Definition

Noun: An upward change in the amount of money passengers must pay to use a public transportation service, such as a bus, train, subway, or taxi.

Usage

This term is used to describe the official act of raising ticket prices for public transport. It is a specific type of price increase. It is commonly discussed in news reports, public announcements, and community meetings concerning transportation policy and cost of living.

Examples

• The city announced a fare increase for all subway lines starting next month.
• Public opposition to the proposed bus fare increase was very strong.
• The transportation authority justified the fare increase by citing higher fuel and maintenance costs.

Advanced Usage

• "to implement a fare increase": To officially put a new, higher fare structure into effect.
  • The company will implement the fare increase on the first of the year.
• "to propose a fare increase": To suggest or put forward a plan for higher fares, often requiring approval.
  • The transit board has proposed a fare increase of 10%.

Variants and Related Words

• Fare hike (noun): A more informal synonym for "fare increase."
  • The fare hike made commuting more expensive for daily riders.
• Fare (noun): The money a passenger pays for a journey.
  • The train fare from London to Edinburgh is quite high.

Synonyms

• Price hike (general)
• Rate increase (general)
• Fare hike (specific, informal)

Antonyms

• Fare reduction
• Fare cut
• Price decrease

Noun

1. increase in the sum charged for riding in a public conveyance