(an amount as the result of) increasing; to become greater in size, number, degree etc
addition, growth
Cases of word usage
1) (especially of money) to increase by growth or development (accrue)
2) to increase the strength of sound using electricity (amplify)
3) (to cause) an increase in the value, reputation, strength, of (something) (boost)
4) (to cause a liquid, gas etc) to increase in density or strength, to become thicker (condense)
5) (of prices, levels of unemployment, number of people opposing something etc) to increase quickly (escalate)
6) to cause or increase (disorder, discontent, ill-feeling etc) (foment)
7) (the process of) getting possessions or wealth; an increase in amount or power (gain)
8) to increase in size, height, length etc; develop (grow)
9) a sudden desire to act without thought about the consequences; a short increase in strength, force (impulse)
10) an (amount of) increase (increment)