The term 'increased, with 'UP'' can be expressed in two ways: 'ramped' and 'stepped'. 'Ramped' is a 6-letter word meaning to increase or rise gradually, while 'stepped' is a 7-letter word meaning to increase or rise in stages. Both terms refer to the action of increasing something, usually in a gradual or step-by-step manner. This could refer to anything from a physical object, such as a ramp or staircase, to a more abstract concept, such as a price or level of difficulty.