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Synonym Chooser

How does the verb rise differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of rise are arise, derive, emanate, flow, issue, originate, proceed, spring, and stem. While all these words mean "to come up or out of something into existence," arise and rise may both convey the fact of coming into existence or notice but rise often stresses gradual growth or ascent.

new questions have arisen
slowly rose to prominence

When might derive be a better fit than rise?

The words derive and rise can be used in similar contexts, but derive implies a prior existence in another form.

the holiday derives from an ancient Roman feast

When could emanate be used to replace rise?

In some situations, the words emanate and rise are roughly equivalent. However, emanate applies to the coming of something immaterial (such as a thought) from a source.

reports emanating from the capital

How are the words flow and spring related as synonyms of rise?

Flow adds to spring a suggestion of abundance or ease of inception.

words flowed easily from her pen

Where would issue be a reasonable alternative to rise?

The words issue and rise are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, issue suggests emerging from confinement through an outlet.

blood issued from the cut

When is it sensible to use originate instead of rise?

Although the words originate and rise have much in common, originate implies a definite source or starting point.

the fire originated in the basement

When would proceed be a good substitute for rise?

While in some cases nearly identical to rise, proceed stresses place of origin, derivation, parentage, or logical cause.

advice that proceeds from the best of intentions

In what contexts can spring take the place of rise?

The synonyms spring and rise are sometimes interchangeable, but spring implies rapid or sudden emerging.

an idea that springs to mind

When is stem a more appropriate choice than rise?

The meanings of stem and rise largely overlap; however, stem implies originating by dividing or branching off from something as an outgrowth or subordinate development.

industries stemming from space research

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of rise
Verb
Today, however, the Yellowhammer State has seen a run of artists mixing Southern rock and country rise from the independent ranks to the mainstream. Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 28 June 2025 Even more depressing is the scene at the end of President Andrews' address, when both sides of the aisle and all of the spectators rise in unanimous, unrestrained applause. Arkansas Online, 28 June 2025
Noun
Nvidia has boomed over the past few years amid the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), as the company designs cutting-edge AI chips. Staff, FOXNews.com, 28 June 2025 The nation of 660,000 people is seeing a rise in leisure tourism, but has so far lacked the kind of destination hotels to match its reputation as a haven for some of the world’s biggest fortunes. Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 28 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for rise
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rise
Verb
  • Research from the study Embrace the Sun with Dr. Grant Lambert shows brain serotonin production increases along with several other health benefits linked directly to sunlight exposure.
    Charell G. Coleman, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • Establishing a medical school here is expected to increase the likelihood of graduates practicing in the area, while addressing a national shortage of physicians.
    Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2025
Verb
  • Subsequently, in my waking life, the sight of a dog turned me into, well, a scaredy cat.
    Thomas Cangelosi, Hartford Courant, 27 June 2025
  • This could occur for players who tried to wake the game from sleep mode or who pressed a button to merely preview a purchasable item, the agency said in a complaint, which outline offenses from 2017 to 2022.
    Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 26 June 2025
Verb
  • Innovative Technology of Oklo The demand for electricity is anticipated to climb sharply in the upcoming years, and nuclear energy is emerging as a compelling solution.
    Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
  • Armed with picks Nos. 8 (own), 19 (via Milwaukee), 22 (via Atlanta), 26 (via New York), 27 (via Houston) and 36 (own), Brooklyn had enough assets to potentially climb the draft board if needed.
    C.J. Holmes, New York Daily News, 26 June 2025
Noun
  • Central bank data showed a surge in summer retail and services activity as businesses offer better entertainment options and shopping promotions as alternatives to vacations abroad.
    Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 30 June 2025
  • The new report also found that news, promotion, informational and interactive programming writers also saw a nearly 26% decline in work.
    Rosa Escandon, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Noun
  • If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Avoid open fields, hill peaks, or ridge tops.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 June 2025
  • Set high above Hollywood, the rooftop setting features iconic, 360-views of the Hollywood sign, Capital Records building and surrounding hills.
    Chelsea Frank, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025
Noun
  • Progressive Challenger Emerges as New Target Back home, the rapid ascent of Zohran Mamdani—a Democratic Socialist who upset Andrew Cuomo in New York City's mayoral primary—has given Trump a fresh political foil.
    Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025
  • The historical drama produced by MGM Television follows the couple’s ascent.
    Abigail Lee, Variety, 25 June 2025
Noun
  • These gains are achieved through standardized, scalable and reusable systems as well as automated workflows.
    Steve Millidge, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
  • Such gains might feel meager after a fight so long and messy, but around the same time, the other Big Five publishers will also increase their threshold for entry-level salaries.
    Maris Kreizman July 1, Literary Hub, 1 July 2025
Noun
  • The visit will mark Trump's first meeting with King Charles since the monarch's ascension and an unusual second state visit for a U.S. president.
    Amanda Castro Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025
  • The Policy Revolution Behind the Numbers China’s pharmaceutical ascension didn’t happen by accident—it was engineered through deliberate policy reforms that removed regulatory bottlenecks and streamlined approval processes.
    Greg Licholai MD, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025

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“Rise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rise. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.

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