Increasingly
Adverb
UK
/ɪnˈkriː.sɪŋ.li/
US
/ɪnˈkriː.sɪŋ.li/
Definition
Used to describe something happening more over time.
Example
"People are increasingly using smartphones."
"She is increasingly interested in learning new languages every year."
"Air pollution is increasingly a problem in big cities, affecting health and daily life."
Explanation
Increasingly is an adverb that means more and more over time. It shows that something is happening more often, becoming stronger, or more important. For example, she is increasingly confident in speaking English (meaning she is more confident now than before). You can use increasingly to talk about feelings, actions, numbers, or importance.