rising
UK: ˈraɪzɪŋ | US: ˈraɪzɪŋ
adj. increasing in amount, level, or degree
adj. advancing in rank or status
n. the act of moving upward
n. an uprising or revolt
The word "rising" originates from the Old English rīsan, meaning "to move upward." The root ris- is linked to the Proto-Germanic rīsana-, reflecting upward motion or growth. The suffix -ing forms the present participle, indicating ongoing action or state. Over time, "rising" expanded from literal upward movement (e.g., the sun rising) to metaphorical uses (e.g., rising fame or social unrest).
The rising sun painted the sky in shades of orange.
She is a rising star in the field of neuroscience.
The rising cost of living has become a major concern.
The villagers planned a rising against the oppressive ruler.
His rising temper warned us to avoid further argument.