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rising

ris·ing [ rzing ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. getting more important: becoming increasingly respected or significant in an occupation or activity

2. becoming powerful: becoming more influential and powerful

3. getting higher: going up or becoming higher



noun  (plural ris·ings)
Definition:
 
1. uprising: a rebellion or revolt

2. something getting higher: something that rises in height

3. upward movement: the process of moving upward or to a higher level

4. action of standing up: the act of assuming a standing or nearly vertical position after sitting, kneeling, or lying

5. leavening process: the process of leavening in bread

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