Escalatory

Pronunciation: /ˈɛskəˌɫeɪtɝˈwaɪ/

Escalatory (adj)

  1. Increasing in strength or seriousness, often step by step, so the situation becomes harder to control.
  2. Used to describe actions or events that make a dispute or problem grow instead of stopping.
  3. Relating to a process where each stage raises the level, such as in systems, procedures, or responses.

Escalatory (adjective)

Examples

  • The escalatory tone increased tension quickly.
  • Her escalatory gestures made the meeting feel more urgent.