raising
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈreɪzɪŋ/
KK: /ˈreɪzɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The act of collecting or gathering something, often money, or the process of nurturing and cultivating something, such as plants or children.
Example
The raising of funds for the charity was a great success.
Conversation
I heard that the charity event is focused on raising funds for local schools.
That's great! It's always nice to see the community come together.
Yeah, I think they have some fun activities planned for raising awareness too.
I can't wait to participate and help out!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
elevation
collection
cultivation
Antonyms
decline
reduction
diminution
verb
Definition
To lift or move something to a higher position or level.
Example
She is raising her hand to ask a question.
Tense Forms
Past: raised
Past Participle: raised
Conversation
I heard you are raising money for the charity event this weekend.
Yeah, I'm really excited about it!
That's awesome! How are you raising the funds?
Root Explanation
Raising → It is formed from "raise" (from Old English *raesan*, meaning to lift or elevate) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process of). The word "raising" refers to the action or process of lifting or elevating something.
Memory Tip
Think of the action of 'lifting' ('raise') and remember that 'raising' means the process of lifting something up.
Visually Confused Words
praising
rising
ravishing
rinsing
rasping
rashing
railing
aisling