increased

adjective

in·​creased in-ˈkrēst How to pronounce increased (audio)
ˈin-ˌkrēst
: made or become greater : augmented
at increased risk for heart disease

Examples of increased in a Sentence

an increased concentration of sugar in the bloodstream
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Braun has been excellent this season in an increased role, offensively and defensively. Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 18 Nov. 2024 The result can be highly accurate responses, minimized hallucinations and increased relevance—all delivered at a substantially lower cost compared to generic GenAI models. Abhi Maheshwari, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024 Third-quarter results from the Club name next week are expected to show increased demand from building after the Florida hurricanes. Jim Cramer, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2024 Common side effects of hormonal IUDs include spotting and headaches, while the copper IUD may cause increased cramps and bleeding. Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 5 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for increased 

Word History

First Known Use

1540, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of increased was in 1540

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“Increased.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/increased. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

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