Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

give rise

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.76 in modern English

Syllables: give rise
IPA

12

Scrabble Score

8

Letters

1

Syllables

6

Unique Chars

Meaning

v

cause to happen, occur or exist

Example Sentences

"This procedure produces a curious effect"
"The new law gave rise to many complaints"
"These chemicals produce a noxious vapor"
"the new President must bring about a change in the health care system"

Synonyms

produce bring about

Questions

What does give rise mean?: cause to happen, occur or exist

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