increase
US /ɪnˈkris/
・UK /ɪn'kri:s/
A1
verb
- To make or become larger in size or amount
noun
- Fact of increasing; amount something grows by
Examples
Many parts of the country have experienced an increase in unemployment. This year saw an increase in the number of job applicants. Profits show a steady increase.
The measures to improve the health service will involve an increase in government spending.