Increase in Amount: English Vocabulary List

having an unusually large or abundant quantity of something, often exceeding expectations or norms

"It was a bumper crop."

"The farmer harvested a bumper crop of corn this year because the weather was perfect and there were no pests or diseases."

characterized by abundant and rich growth

"Her hair is luxuriant."

"The luxuriant garden was filled with colorful flowers and tall trees and the owner spent every weekend maintaining its beauty."

the amount or degree by which something becomes larger or greater

"She received a small salary increment."

"The company announced a salary increment of five percent for all employees starting next month."

to increase rapidly to a high level

"Prices will soar quickly."

"The eagle spread its wide wings and began to soar high above the valley looking for prey below."