Definition

Describing something that is gradually increasing in size or intensity, often used in reference to the moon as it appears to grow larger.

Example

The increscent moon shone brightly in the night sky as it moved towards fullness.

Conversation

Have you noticed how the moon looks so increscent lately?

Yeah, it's beautiful to see it getting bigger every night.

I love watching it change; it feels magical.

Definitely! The increscent moon always brightens up my evenings.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Increscent is formed from "in-" (meaning into or within) and "crescere" (meaning to grow). The word describes something that is in the process of growing or increasing.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'growing' ('crescere') 'into' or 'within' ('in-') — that's why increscent means something that is increasing.

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