escalation
UK/.eskә'leiʃәn/US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
A gradual increase in intensity, scope, or severity, especially of a conflict or dispute.
升级，逐步扩大（尤指冲突或紧张局势）
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedescalroot
+
ationact, process, state
=escalation
Example Sentences
- 1.
The escalation of tensions worried international observers.