upside

[ˈʌpsaɪd]

upside Definition

  • 1the upper side or part of something
  • 2an advantage or positive aspect of something

Using upside: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "upside" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The label should be on the upside of the box.

  • Example

    One upside of working from home is that you can save money on transportation.

  • Example

    The upside of the situation is that we have more time to prepare.

upside Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for upside

Antonyms for upside

Phrases with upside

  • to try to find something positive in a difficult or unpleasant situation

    Example

    I know you didn't get the job, but try to look on the bright side - at least you got an interview.

  • with the top at the bottom and the bottom at the top; in or into a state of chaos or confusion

    Example

    The picture was hanging upside down. The whole house was turned upside down after the party.

  • the possibility of a stock or investment increasing in value

    Example

    This company has a lot of upside potential, so it might be a good investment.

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Summary: upside in Brief

The term 'upside' [ˈʌpsaɪd] refers to the upper side or part of something, as well as an advantage or positive aspect of something. It is often used in phrases like 'look on the bright side,' which encourages finding positivity in difficult situations, and 'upside down,' which denotes a state of chaos or confusion. 'Upside' also has financial implications, such as 'upside potential,' which refers to the possibility of an investment increasing in value.

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