escalation (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌɛskəˈleɪʃən/

Definition

The process of something becoming more intense, serious, or severe.

Examples

• The escalation of the conflict threatened to involve other countries.

• We need to de-escalate the situation before it gets out of control.

• The company is facing an escalation of customer complaints.

How to Use escalation

escalation of (prepositional phrase)

The process of something becoming more intense, serious, or severe, affecting a particular thing. — "We are concerned about the escalation of tensions in the region."

Synonyms of escalation

Words with a similar meaning to escalation:

• increase
• intensification
• worsening
• aggravation

Antonyms of escalation

Words with the opposite meaning to escalation:

• de-escalation
• reduction
• decrease

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