Synonyms of uptick

uptick

noun

ˈəp-ˌtik 

as in increase

something added (as by growth)

an uptick in sales over the last fiscal year

Synonyms & Similar Words

• increase
• boost
• gain
• addition
• rise
• raise
• proliferation
• increment
• expansion
• augmentation
• accrual
• addendum
• step-up
• accretion
• supplement
• accumulation
• plus
• continuation
• spike
• more
• upturn
• collection
• extension
• jump
• gathering
• complement
• uptrend
• assemblage
• appendix
• accession
• run-up

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• reduction
• decrease
• decline
• loss
• depletion
• shrinkage
• diminution
• fall
• lowering
• abatement
• lessening
• decrement
• falloff
• drop-off
• diminishment
• deduction
• step-down
• subtraction

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of uptick

But the uptick citywide this year contrasted sharply with Raman’s district, where homelessness actually decreased by 49%. — Los Angeles Times, 2 Aug. 2026

After two relatively quiet, mundane ramp-up days in Flowery Branch, the Falcons’ third training camp practice featured a noticeable uptick in competitive energy. — Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 31 July 2026

The drop in traffic reversed a post-pandemic uptick, said Peter Petainen, bridge director and an Ontario Sault native. — Anna Clark, ProPublica, 31 July 2026

About 95% of the museum’s visitors are out-of-towners, and Hellerstein sees huge upticks of foot traffic during homestands at Coors Field, as well as during other notable local events that bring tourists to the city. — Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 30 July 2026