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Definition of increasingly

increasingly

/ɪnˈkriː.sɪŋ.li/
in · creas · ing · ly
Adjective:increasing
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• adverb

1

To an increasing extent; more and more over time.

Example

"Solar energy is becoming increasingly popular among homeowners looking to reduce their electricity bills."

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incorruptible
increasable
increase
increasingly
incredible
incredibly
incredulity

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 17th century from the present participle of "increase" plus the adverbial suffix "-ly", ultimately from Anglo-Norman "encress-" and Latin "increscere" (to grow in or upon).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Increasingly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/increasingly
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