Escalated: meaning, definitions and examples
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escalated
[ ˈɛs.kə.leɪtɪd ]
increase intensity
To escalate means to increase in intensity or severity. It often refers to situations that become more serious or problematic over time. The term can be used in various contexts including conflicts, crises, or issues that require more attention and resources. When something escalates, it typically signifies that a response is needed to manage or resolve the situation.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The discussion escalated into a heated argument.
- The conflict escalated quickly, drawing in more parties.
- Costs have escalated due to increased demand.
- Her anxiety escalated before the big presentation.
Translations
Translations of the word "escalated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 escalado
🇮🇳 वृद्धि
🇩🇪 eskaliert
🇮🇩 meningkat
🇺🇦 ескалаційний
🇵🇱 eskalowany
🇯🇵 エスカレートした
🇫🇷 escaladé
🇪🇸 escalado
🇹🇷 artan
🇰🇷 확대된
🇸🇦 تصاعد
🇨🇿 eskalovaný
🇸🇰 eskalovaný
🇨🇳 升级的
🇸🇮 eskaliran
🇮🇸 eskaleraður
🇰🇿 эскалацияланған
🇬🇪 ესკალირებული
🇦🇿 escalated
🇲🇽 escalado
Word origin
The term 'escalate' originates from the late 20th century, derived from the word 'escalator', which itself comes from the Latin word 'scala', meaning 'ladder'. The verb form was first used in the context of military and conflict scenarios, where the situation would rise in seriousness much like ascending a staircase. Over time, its usage expanded into various forms of communication and crises management, applicable to social, economic, and environmental issues. The concept of escalation has become particularly relevant in discussions around conflict resolution and strategic planning, where the aim is to prevent situations from spiraling out of control.