upriver

[ˈʌpˈrɪvər]

upriver Definition

• 1. toward or nearer the source of a river
• 2. in the direction that a river flows

Using upriver: Examples

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

• Example

  We paddled upriver for several miles before stopping to rest.

• Example

  The town is located upriver from here.

• Example

  The pollution in the river is coming from upriver.

• Example

  The boat sailed upriver against the current.

upriver Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for upriver

• upstream
• inward
• inland

Antonyms for upriver

• downriver
• downstream

Phrases with upriver

• go upriver

  to travel towards the source of a river

  Example

  We decided to go upriver to explore the wilderness.

• upriver/downriver

  used to describe the direction of movement along a river

  Example

  The town is located upriver from here, while the ocean is downriver.

• upriver battle

  a difficult struggle or challenge, especially one that involves going against the current or prevailing opinion

  Example

  Trying to change the company's policies was an upriver battle, but she didn't give up.

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Summary: upriver in Brief

'Upriver' [ˈʌpˈrɪvər] refers to the direction towards or nearer to the source of a river. It can also mean in the direction that a river flows. The term is often used to describe travel or location, as in 'The town is located upriver from here.' 'Upriver' also has idiomatic uses, such as 'upriver battle,' which means a difficult struggle or challenge.