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upward

[ˈʌpwərd]

upward Definition

  • 1directed towards a higher place or position
  • 2increasing or improving
  • 3optimistic or positive

Using upward: Examples

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

  • Example

    The balloon floated upward into the sky.

  • Example

    The company's profits have been on an upward trend for the past year.

  • Example

    She has an upward outlook on life despite the challenges she's faced.

upward Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with upward

  • the ability to move up in social or economic status

    Example

    Education is often seen as a key factor in achieving upward mobility.

  • more than; exceeding

    Example

    The project will cost upward of $10,000.

  • a rise in pitch at the end of a sentence, often used to indicate a question or uncertainty

    Example

    She ended her sentence with an upward inflection, making it sound like a question.

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Summary: upward in Brief

The term 'upward' [ˈʌpwərd] describes something that is directed towards a higher place or position, such as 'The balloon floated upward into the sky.' It can also refer to something that is increasing or improving, as in 'The company's profits have been on an upward trend for the past year.' Additionally, 'upward' can describe an optimistic or positive outlook, exemplified by 'She has an upward outlook on life despite the challenges she's faced.'

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