marked increase

[/mɑrkt ɪnˈkris/]
noun phrasepl: marked increases
aumento considerável
1. a noticeable, significant, or substantial rise in quantity, value, or intensity
There has been a marked increase in crime rates in the city.
Houve um aumento considerável nas taxas de criminalidade na cidade.
2. an obvious or evident growth that is easily observable and measurable
The company reported a marked increase in sales this quarter.
A empresa reportou um aumento considerável nas vendas neste trimestre.
This phrase is commonly used in business, academic, and statistical contexts in both Brazilian and American English. In Brazil, 'aumento considerável' is the standard technical term used in reports and formal communications, while 'grande aumento' is more colloquial. The phrase emphasizes objectivity and measurability, making it preferred in data-driven discussions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
significant increasesubstantial risenotable growthsharp increasepronounced increaseconsiderable growth
Antonyms / Antônimos
marked decreaseminimal changeslight decreasenegligible increasedecline

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
aumento considerável
most common and neutral usage
General Brazilian
aumento significativo
formal and technical contexts
Portugal
aumento marcado
literal translation, also used in formal contexts
General Brazilian
grande aumento
informal alternative

Related Words

surgespikeescalationexpansiongrowthincrement

Related Idioms & Phrases

a marked increase in demand
marked increase across the board
marked increase year-over-year
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