uptick

[ uhp-tik ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

a rise or improvement in business activity, in mood, etc.
Stock Exchange.
1. a selling price that is higher than the last price.
2. a slight upward trend in price. Compare downtick.

uptick

/ ˈʌptɪk /

Origin of uptick¹

First recorded in 1950–55; up- + tick ¹

Regarding Muslims, we have clearly seen in recent times an uptick in anti—Muslim bigotry.

The crime stats for the 5th Precinct took an uptick as Linsker was booked on charges that included felony assault.

One hopes that domestic violence shelters will see an uptick in donations—money is a good way to show you actually care.

This is a valid concern with these ads since there has been a recent uptick in anti-Muslim hate crimes in NYC.

The only silver lining was a slight uptick in the number of churches.

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