bump (up)

verb

Definition of bump (up)next
as in to add (to)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bump (up)
  1. maximize
  2. increase
  3. build up
  4. augment
  5. accelerate
Verb
  • To maximize performance, the researchers recommend ultra-light drone-grade electronics, offloading heavy computation to external systems, and minimizing onboard processing.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026
  • To maximize your savings, combine this free shipping perk with another active Old Navy discount code.
    — Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 July 2026
Definition of maximize
Verb
  • The legislation reflects the complexity of the crisis, combining a total of 47 proposals aimed at increasing housing supply, reducing costs and expanding access to affordable homes.
    — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
  • On average, Google says this new data should increase your backup size by 40 MB.
    — Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Definition of increase
Verb
  • This leads to the build up of lactic acid, which is what makes your muscles feel sore.
    — Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 12 July 2026
  • This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.
    — NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 July 2026
Definition of build up
Verb
  • Traditional fireworks, augmented by laser action, go off in spritzes on opposite sides of the park, but the bulk of the big bangs hit above the Helios.
    — Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 July 2026
  • Importantly, this is about augmenting, not replacing, clinicians.
    — Jeff Beck, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Definition of augment
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  • China’s mastery of rocket reuse would significantly expand the country’s launch capacity, accelerating its ability to close the gap.
    — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 10 July 2026
  • If the industry can prove that agent payments are bounded by clear permissions, easy audit trails, reliable dispute resolution, and obvious liability frameworks, adoption could accelerate quickly.
    — Christer Holloman, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of accelerate
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“Bump (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bump%20%28up%29. Accessed 15 Jul. 2026.

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