Cryptic crossword solution

Right is energy to increase (4) cryptic crossword solution.

A charade solution where R, IS, and E combine to make RISE.

AnswerRISERISE
Definition
increase
Clue type
Charade
Indicator
right; energy
Enumeration
4
Confidence
high

How the clue works

Right gives R, the word is contributes IS, and energy is abbreviated to E. R + IS + E gives RISE, meaning increase.

Verification steps

  1. Right is abbreviated to R.
  2. IS appears directly in the clue.
  3. Energy is commonly abbreviated to E.
  4. Combine R + IS + E to get RISE.
  5. Synonym: RISE can mean increase.

Solver note

This is a charade using abbreviations plus letters from the clue.