rises

word · lemma: rise

/ˈɹaɪzəz/
RY-zuhz
/ɹˈaɪzɪz/
RY-ziz

Definition

Third person singular of 'rise'; means to move upward, increase in level or amount, or become higher. It can refer to physical movement, numbers, or abstract things like the sun or prices.

Usage & Nuances

'Rises' is the present simple for he/she/it. Common with subjects like 'sun rises', 'temperature rises', or 'price rises'. Often used in news, science, or formal speech. Don't confuse 'rises' (goes up) with 'raises' (causes to rise).

Example Sentences

The sun rises in the east.

basic

The price of milk rises every year.

basic

Smoke rises from the chimney.

basic

Interest in the new product rises with every advertisement.

natural

As the music rises, the crowd gets excited.

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She always rises early to start her day.

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