increased

adjective

in·​creased in-ˈkrēst 

ˈin-ˌkrēst

: made or become greater : augmented

at increased risk for heart disease

Synonyms of increased

• elevated
• high
• heightened

Examples of increased in a Sentence

an increased concentration of sugar in the bloodstream

Recent Examples on the Web

Those who were diagnosed with stage 4 CKM syndrome had a 30% increased likelihood of having a cancer diagnosis four years later. —Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026

These warnings are issued by the National Weather Service when there are ripe conditions for increased risk of wildfires—such conditions include low humidity, strong winds and low moisture on the ground. —Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 23 Apr. 2026

To help meet increased demand, Kansas City amended its short-term rental ordinance. —Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026

The car also features an even more aggressive aero kit, more lightweight parts (including a set of magnesium wheels), and a set of high-performance tires that provide increased grip. —Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1540, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for increased

• predeceased
• unreleased
• beast
• ceased
• creased
• east
• feast
• fleeced
• geest
• greased
• leased
• least