Ratchet up(Phrasal verb) To cause to increase (in value). Hindi meaning:बढ़ा देना Synonyms: Go High, Escalate, Step Up, Heighten Antonyms: Lower, Come Down, Slump Example: Because of lower supply, the electricity prices will ratchet up this year, Trick to remember: Raat me chata pda to ratchet up ho gya gussa.