encrease

/ɛnˈkrɛs, ɛnˈkriz/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become greater or larger in size, amount, or degree

“The company will encrease its revenue by the end of the year.”

2. verb

to raise or bring up (something) to a higher level or amount

“The new policy will encrease the minimum wage for employees.”

3. noun

a rise in size, amount, or degree

“The encrease in population led to a shortage of housing.”

Synonyms

  • augment
  • enhance
  • increase

Antonyms

  • decrease
  • decrease
  • diminish