upper

[ˈʌpər]

upper Definition

• 1. higher in position or place
• 2. relating to or denoting the upper part of a thing
• 3. of a higher rank, status, or quality

Using upper: Examples

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

• Example

  The upper floor of the building has a great view.

• Example

  She wore an upper garment with a lower skirt.

• Example

  He comes from an upper-class family.

• Example

  The upper management made the final decision.

• Example

  The upper hand in the negotiation was on their side.

upper Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for upper

• higher
• superior
• top
• highest
• better

Antonyms for upper

• lower
• bottom
• inferior

Phrases with upper

• upper lip

  the area between the nose and the upper lip

  Example

  He had a small cut on his upper lip.

• upper hand

  a position of advantage in a conflict or competition

  Example

  She gained the upper hand in the argument.

• upper crust

  the highest social class or the wealthiest segment of society

  Example

  He belongs to the upper crust of society.

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Summary: upper in Brief

The term 'upper' [ˈʌpər] refers to a higher position or rank, or the top part of something. It can describe social status, as in 'He comes from an upper-class family,' or advantage, as in 'She gained the upper hand in the argument.' 'Upper' can also be used in phrases like 'upper lip,' referring to the area between the nose and mouth, and 'upper crust,' meaning the highest social class.