arise
I think it is certain that in decades machines of silicon will arise first to rival and then exceed their human ancestors.
arouse
Everyone who writes expects, or at least hopes, that his writing will be read.
We want to arouse and hold the interest of the readers.
raise
In order to raise the efficiency of the water supply, measures should be taken to increase the sense of responsibility of agencies.
rise
The rise in food prices is due chiefly to the gradual cutting down of government support for food.
assemble
Everybody assembled in the hall where they were welcomed by the secretary.
accumulate
The most important argument for a broad education is that in studying the accumulated wisdom of the ages, we improve our moral sense.
notwithstanding
A: Her parents tried to prevent the marriage but the wedding took place notwithstanding.
B: She was so brave.