Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

increase-progressively

verb
/ɪnˈkriːs prəˈɡrɛsɪvli/
Definition
To grow or expand in amount, degree, or size gradually and steadily over time.
Examples
  • The temperature will increase progressively throughout the day.
  • Her expertise in the subject increased progressively as she continued her studies.
  • The company aims to increase its profits progressively each quarter.
Meaning
When something increases progressively, it doesn’t just spike suddenly; instead, its growth is stable and happens at a consistent pace.
Synonyms
  • gradually
  • steadily
  • cumulatively
  • incrementally
  • successively