CLIMBS Synonyms: 129 Similar and Opposite Words

climbs 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of climb

as in scrambles

to move (as up or over something) often with the help of the hands in holding or pulling visitors should use caution when climbing over the wet rocks along the shore

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as in rises

to move or extend upward smoke from the cabin climbing in the still mountain air

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as in increases

to become greater in size, extent, volume, amount, or number complaints to the cable company climbed after the changeover

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climbs

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noun

plural of climb

as in ascents

the act or an instance of rising or climbing up a long hard climb up the mountain

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Observers in the Southern Hemisphere and tropical latitudes generally enjoy the best views because the radiant — the constellation Aquarius — climbs much higher in the sky. — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026 Despite coal’s shrinking share, analysts say that China might still use more this year than last as power demand rapidly climbs. — Reuters, NBC news, 30 July 2026 The next Adyen or ICSC consumer survey — specifically whether the 73% weekly in-store figure for 18- to 27-year-olds holds or climbs. — Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 27 July 2026 Highs will reach the mid-80s, and the chance of precipitation climbs to 90%. — The Baltimore Sun, Baltimore Sun, 26 July 2026 In the closing scene, just as the train approaches, Juggut climbs up to the rope and slashes it with his kirpan (the ceremonial sword carried by observant Sikhs). — Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 July 2026 The trek climbs to the base of Mount Everest through Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026 Tilt it forward to 60 degrees, roughly where most people hold a phone, and the strain on your spine climbs to about 60 pounds. — Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026 Eau Rouge and Raidillon are its two most famous corners—a quick left, then right, that climbs 77 feet (24 m) of steep hill. — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 20 July 2026

Noun

Stage 9 features four sharp climbs of Col d'Èze, nestled in the hills overlooking the tiny Principality of Monaco. — ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026 From undrafted rookies to veterans on the fringes, these are the players with the steepest climbs across the depth chart. — Nick Harris. Story Produced With Ai Assistance, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Aug. 2026 The peloton will travel from Aigle to Geneva, heading over a couple of short climbs before a largely flat second half. — Jessica Hopkins, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026 Expect rocky ridges and steep climbs, with mountain refuges along the route for meals and overnight stays. — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026 Swim in the 360-acre lake or explore its 29 miles of hiking trails (just be warned, these are some steep climbs). — Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 23 July 2026 Stocks broadly also felt pressure from continuing climbs for oil prices, which raise costs for most businesses and erode their profits. — Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 22 July 2026 For thrill-seekers, adventure tours, such as the Hall Crawl or Guts and Glory, offer hands-on spelunking experiences through muddy passages and challenging climbs. — Korrin Bishop, Southern Living, 18 July 2026 Hikers who charge up the first climbs often end up stopping repeatedly, while those at a sustainable pace keep moving for hours. — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 13 July 2026

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Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska are expected to visit Ceuta as Madrid scrambles to contain the crisis.

— Brittany Miller, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026
The internet casually scrambles basic ideas of personhood, reframing people as commodities and stripping us for parts.

— Jia Tolentino, New Yorker, 11 July 2026

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With little rain forecast, countries across Central and Eastern Europe are turning to expensive imports as power demand rises.

— semafor.com, semafor.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Reliable, around-the-clock electricity has become a growing priority as power demand rises from data centers, artificial intelligence infrastructure and industrial expansion.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of rises

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Curcumin is poorly absorbed on its own, but piperine, a compound in black pepper, increases how much curcumin your body takes in.

— Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 4 Aug. 2026
Every additional interaction increases operating costs while providing little assurance of stronger products or happier customers.

— Michael Edmondson, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

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Episode 2 showcases meteoric ascents, bringing together one of the most buzzy young actors and a phenom from the NHL.

— Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Episode two showcases meteoric ascents, bringing together one of the most buzzy young actors and a phenom from the NHL.

— THR Staff, HollywoodReporter, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of ascents

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This frame, the singer-songwriter climbs to new career peaks on multiple tallies as one of the biggest hits of the year in many parts of the world ascends once more.

— Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
As the train ascends above the Boardwalk, riders will experience their second launch about halfway through, which will be the world’s first upside-down launch that increases the speed from 60 to 80 mph.

— Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 28 July 2026

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The National Weather Service has repeatedly warned of dangerous rip currents and elevated surf in recent weeks as multiple southerly swells battered the coastlines of Los Angeles and Ventura counties.

— Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 2 Aug. 2026
Rota’s gorgeous score swells sweetly as this affair is sketched, but Mario — older and wiser, to quote the Rodgers and Hammerstein song — has his doubts about a man who seems to him like a cad.

— Peter Tonguette, The Washington Examiner, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of swells

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Monterey, California Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Experience the magic of the world’s largest air-balloon festival when more than 500 balloons, from sunrise ascensions to glowing night balloons, lift off from Balloon Fiesta Park in October.

— Crystal Tate, USA Today, 19 June 2026
The fiesta features morning mass ascensions, afterglow balloons and lively entertainment.

— Emese Maczko, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025

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