Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

linear-increase

Noun

/ˈlɪn.i.ər ˌɪnˈkriːs/

Definition

A linear increase refers to a consistent or proportional rising trend in a quantity over time, where the change occurs at a constant rate.

Examples

In finance, a linear increase in sales can indicate steady growth over a quarter.
The increase in temperature followed a linear pattern throughout the day.
In mathematics, the function described a linear increase for every unit increase in x.

Meaning

It describes a situation where the value of something grows steadily without acceleration or deceleration, resembling a straight line when plotted on a graph.