Rev Up (Verb)

Meaning ¹

Increase the number of rotations per minute; "rev up an engine".

Classification

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Examples

• The mechanic carefully revved up the motorcycle engine to ensure it was running smoothly.
• The pilot expertly revved up the plane's engines before taking off from the runway.
• She waited until the traffic light turned green, and then she revved up her car's engine to speed away.
• The driver decided to rev up his car's engine a few times to test its overall performance.
• The mechanic spent hours trying to properly rev up the old lawnmower engine to get it working again.

Synonyms

• Rev

Meaning ²

Speed up; "let's rev up production".

Classification

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Examples

• The manager decided to rev up the factory's operations to meet the impending deadline.
• To stay competitive in the market, the company needs to rev up its product development process.
• The sports car was able to rev up its engine and reach incredible speeds in seconds.
• During peak hours, the staff had to rev up their service to manage the overwhelming number of customers.
• The company must rev up its marketing efforts to increase brand awareness among their target audience.

Synonyms

• Step Up