Definitions
There are 32 meanings of the word
Raises.
How to pronounce raises:
US
Raises - as a noun
The amount a salary is increased
Example: "He got a 3% raise"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hikerisesalary increasewage hikewage increaseAn upward slope or grade (as in a road)
Example: "The car couldn't make it up the rise"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acclivityascentclimbriseupgradeHypernyms (Closely Related)
inclinesideHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Increasing the size of a bet (as in poker)
Example: "I'll see your raise and double it"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
gambleHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Raises - as a verb
Raise the level or amount of something
Example: "Raise my salary"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
increaseHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Raise from a lower to a higher position
Example: "Raise your hands"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bring upelevateget upliftHypernyms (Closely Related)
displacemoveHyponyms (Broadly Related)
get upjackjack upshoulder
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kick uphoistliftwindtricetrice uphoisthoistpumplevitateunderlayskidpinnacleleavenproveraiseheightenboosthikehike upgather uplift uppick uprear
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Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
lowerCause to be heard or known; express or utter
Example: "Raise a shout"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
expressgive tongue toutterverbaliseverbalizeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Collect funds for a specific purpose
Example: "The president raised several million dollars for his college"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
collectHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques
Example: "The bordeaux region produces great red wines"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
farmgrowproduceHypernyms (Closely Related)
cultivateHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Look after a child until it is an adult
Example: "Raise a family"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bring upnurtureparentrearHypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic
Example: "Raise the specter of unemployment"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arousebring upcall downcall forthconjureconjure upevokeinvokeput forwardstirHypernyms (Closely Related)
call upsummonHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Construct, build, or erect
Example: "Raise a barn"
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rearset upAntonyms (Opposite Meaning)
levelCall forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)
Example: "Arouse pity"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arouseelicitenkindleevokefirekindleprovokeHypernyms (Closely Related)
createmakeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Create a disturbance, especially by making a great noise
Example: "Raise hell"
Raise in rank or condition
Example: "The new law lifted many people from poverty"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
elevateliftHypernyms (Closely Related)
alterchangemodifyHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Increase the level of
Example: "This will enhance your enjoyment"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enhanceheightenHypernyms (Closely Related)
compounddeepenheightenintensifyHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Give a promotion to or assign to a higher position
Example: "John was kicked upstairs when a replacement was hired"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
advanceelevatekick upstairspromoteupgradeHypernyms (Closely Related)
assigndelegatedeputedesignateHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Bid (one's partner's suit) at a higher level
Bet more than the previous player
Cause to assemble or enlist in military
Example: "Raise an army"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
levyrecruitPut forward for consideration or discussion
Example: "Raise the question of promotions"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bring upPronounce (vowels) by bringing the tongue closer to the roof of the mouth
Example: "Raise your `o'"
Activate or stir up
Example: "Raise a mutiny"
Establish radio communications with
Example: "They managed to raise hanoi last night"
Multiply (a number) by itself a specified number of times: 8 is 2 raised to the power 3
Bring (a surface or a design) into relief and cause to project
Example: "Raised edges"
Example Sentences
"He raises his hand to ask a question."
"The teacher raises her voice to get the attention of the students."
"She raises her eyebrows in surprise."
"The company raises its prices during the holiday season."
"The promotion raises his salary by $5000."
Word Game Points
Is RAISES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, raises is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RAISES has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.
Is RAISES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, raises is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRAISES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 6.
Is RAISES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, raises is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRAISES has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.
