Definition of Increase

made greater in size or amount

Examples of Increase in a sentence

An increase in the amount of the loan made it possible for the car shoppers to purchase the vehicle they really wanted.  🔊

An increase in calories consumed during vacation caused the couple to gain two pounds over spring break.  🔊

Each increase in points on the man’s credit score put him closer to his dream of owning a home.  🔊

The Air Force recently announced an increase of the maximum age for enlistment from 27 to 39.  🔊

Because his blood pressure continued to rise, the doctor ordered an increase in his medication from once per day to twice.  🔊

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