increasingly

adverb

in·​creas·​ing·​ly in-ˈkrē-siŋ-lē How to pronounce increasingly (audio)
ˈin-ˌkrē-
Synonyms of increasinglynext
: to an increasing degree
an increasingly dangerous situation

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People are becoming increasingly aware of this problem. Increasingly, scientists are questioning the data. The situation grew increasingly hopeless.
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The second episode will examine her interventions on Scottish independence, feminism, free speech, and gender identity, which place her at the heart of increasingly bitter online exchanges. — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2026 This collective nature has a layering effect, telegraphing a specific sense of style and humanity increasingly rare in the world of contemporary hotels. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026 Despite increasingly sophisticated tools, the panelists stressed that technology alone will not secure a career. — Davide Abbatescianni, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026 Fringe, textures, color, statement jewelry, and unexpected proportions are making accessories increasingly central to the overall look. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for increasingly

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14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of increasingly was in the 14th century

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increasingly

adverb
in·​creas·​ing·​ly in-ˈkrē-siŋ-lē How to pronounce increasingly (audio)
ˈin-ˌkrē-
: to an increasing degree : more and more
the work became increasingly difficult

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