Another word for acclivity

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Noun

An upward slope

ascent
An increase, for example in popularity or hierarchy
The degree of elevation of an object, or the angle it makes with a horizontal line; inclination; rising grade.
An eminence, hill, or high place.

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1. An increase, for example in popularity or hierarchy
2. The degree of elevation of an object, or the angle it makes with a horizontal line; inclination; rising grade.
3. An eminence, hill, or high place.
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rise
Occasion or opportunity:
(Informal) An angry or irritated reaction:
An origin, beginning, or source:

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1. Occasion or opportunity:
2. (Informal) An angry or irritated reaction:
3. An origin, beginning, or source:
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