CEFR word level

What CEFR level is “increase”?

Q: What CEFR level is "increase"?

"increase" is an estimated A2 (elementary) English word, based on how frequently it is used. It is roughly the #981 most common English word.

Q: What does "increase" mean?

verb: (of a quantity, etc.) To become larger or greater.

Estimated level

elementary

“increase” is roughly the #981 most common English word, which puts it at an estimated A2 level.

Meaning

verb. (of a quantity, etc.) To become larger or greater.

Example: His rage only increased when I told him of the lost money.

Similar words: go up, grow, rise.

How the level is decided

The level is an estimate based on word frequency: the more common a word is in everyday English, the lower its CEFR level. “increase” sits in the A2 band. It is a quick guide for choosing what to study, not an official CEFR rating. Check any other word or a whole list with the word level checker.

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