as in increase
something added (as by growth)
added another big increment to the sales total this quarter
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of increment
Palos Heights is one step closer to extending its Gateway Redevelopment Project tax increment financing district by 12 years after a vote of support Wednesday by the High School District 218 board.
—
Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
Still, what distinguishes Gionfriddo is not her ear for cruelty but her ability to see beyond it, and to shift the prism of audience sympathy, in tiny increments.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 16 Apr. 2026
Smaller bars are easier to sell because they can be traded in more accessible increments.
—Jessica Walrack, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026
Some bonds, including Treasury, corporate, or municipal, are sold in $1,000 increments.
—Larry Magid, Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for increment
Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
Still, what distinguishes Gionfriddo is not her ear for cruelty but her ability to see beyond it, and to shift the prism of audience sympathy, in tiny increments.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 16 Apr. 2026
Smaller bars are easier to sell because they can be traded in more accessible increments.
—Jessica Walrack, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026
Some bonds, including Treasury, corporate, or municipal, are sold in $1,000 increments.
—Larry Magid, Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for increment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for increment
Noun
-
Rain chances increase this afternoon with a focus from midafternoon through a bit beyond sunset expected.—
Ian Livingston,
Washington Post,
25 Apr. 2026
-
The Pentagon's budget request this year also asked for more than $70 billion to procure missiles and related equipment, a nearly threefold increase compared to last year.—
James LaPorta,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
Their action engendered a response from Democrats and a decision by California voters that canceled out the potential gains of Republicans in Texas by conducting a partisan gerrymander of their own.—
Colin Pascal,
Baltimore Sun,
25 Apr. 2026
-
The rights group warns that the move violates freedom of association and represents a direct assault on Tunisia’s democratic gains, vowing to challenge the decision in court.—
Ghaya ben Mbarek,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
But the wide receivers room was in dire need of a boost.—
Charlotte Carroll,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
-
The factors that have helped consumers keep their heads above water in the face of tariff price rises and oil inflation, to name a few—such as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and tax refunds—aren’t frequent boosts to spending.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
In addition to racking up points with your favorite hotel brands or airlines, Orbitz offers exclusive members-only prices that save you money on current and future reservations.—
Paris Wilson,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
-
In addition, the complex would have 79 one-family homes for sale.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Increment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/increment. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
