upspring

[ˈʌpsprɪŋ]

upspring Definition

• 1. to jump up suddenly from a surface or position
• 2. to originate or arise suddenly
• 3. to rebel or revolt against authority

Using upspring: Examples

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

• Example

  The cat upsprang from the floor and ran out of the room.

• Example

  A new idea upsprang in his mind.

• Example

  The people upsprang against the tyrannical government.

upspring Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for upspring

• leap
• spring
• bound
• jump
• rise

Phrases with upspring

• upspring from

  to originate or arise from a particular source

  Example

  His success upsprang from his hard work and dedication.

• upspring rebellion

  to rebel or revolt against authority

  Example

  The citizens upsprang rebellion against the corrupt government.

• upspring to one's feet

  to stand up suddenly

  Example

  As soon as the judge entered the courtroom, everyone upsprang to their feet.

Origins of upspring

from Middle Low German 'uppringen', meaning 'to jump up'

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Summary: upspring in Brief

'Upspring' [ˈʌpsprɪŋ] is a verb that means to jump up suddenly, to originate or arise suddenly, or to rebel or revolt against authority. It can be used in phrases like 'upspring from,' meaning to originate from a particular source, and 'upspring to one's feet,' meaning to stand up suddenly.