a modest rise
adjective + noun | /a modest rise/
CollocationsINTERMEDIATE
A small or moderate increase.
a modest rise
adjective + noun | /a modest rise/
CollocationsINTERMEDIATEA small or moderate increase.
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Synonyms
a slight increase; a small growth; a gentle climb
Examples
"Wages saw a modest rise of 3 percent."
"There was a modest rise in tourist numbers last year."
Mnemonic Trick
Modest = not showing off: a small rise.
Source: CollocationsAdded: 10/2/2026
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