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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Due to increased demands and depletion during intense exercise, athletes may need 10-20% more magnesium than less active individuals. Erika Prouty, Health, 21 Apr. 2025 His place in the side is arguably at its most fragile since Emery arrived in October 2022, weakened by minor injuries stifling rhythm and confidence, plus increased competition: first from Jhon Duran and latterly Marcus Rashford. Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2025 On April 19, there will be a special Commuter Rail schedule starting at 4 a.m., including additional trains added to the regular Fitchburg Line to accommodate increased ridership. Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 18 Apr. 2025 Because of her size, Rivers is capable of defending multiple positions at an elite level and should be able to handle the increased physicality of the professional game. Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 15 Apr. 2025 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 30 Apr. 2025.

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