This is the 4456th most frequent Russian word.
возрастать
To increase or grow.
used to describe an increase in quantity or value.
Уровень воды в реке начал возрастать после сильных дождей.
The water level in the river began to rise after heavy rains.
used metaphorically to indicate the growth of a feeling or interest.
Его интерес к живописи возрастает с каждым посещением музея.
His interest in painting increases with each visit to the museum.
used figuratively to illustrate the expanding impact of a phenomenon.