rise

Rise is a word in English with multiple related meanings. As a verb, it denotes moving upward, increasing in amount or intensity, or coming into existence. As a noun, it can signify an ascent or an increase, as in a rise in temperature, price, or sea level. The term derives from Old English risan, related to rīsan and similar forms in other Germanic languages; it is etymologically linked to the idea of lifting or getting up. The opposite is fall.

In astronomy and geography, rise refers to the apparent appearance of a celestial object above the eastern horizon when it becomes visible and the time of day when this occurs; it is paired with set. In geography and geology, a rise can describe a high area or upland, a ridge or incline, or an increase in elevation along a slope or shore.

In science and engineering, rise is used to describe increases in measurements such as temperature rise, blood pressure rise, or structural rise under load. In culture, Rise is a common title for creative works, including films, books, and songs, used to convey themes of ascent, renewal, or rebellion; there is no single canonical Rise.

In place names and organizations, Rise appears as a toponym in several countries and as the name of groups or initiatives. The term is widely used in discourse to indicate progression or emergence across many domains.