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upward Definition and Meaning in English (upward definition)

adverb
Synonyms:upwardsheavenwardskyward
Quick Answer • Definition

Upward definition: Moving or pointing towards a higher place or level.

Definitions of Upward

  1. 1adverb

    Moving or pointing towards a higher place or level.

  2. 2adjective

    Directed or moving towards a higher place or level.

Example Sentences

“The smoke drifted upward into the sky.”

“She gave an upward glance at the tall building.”

“The company reported an upward trend in sales.”

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitiveascend
nounascent
adverbupwards
adverbupwardly
adverbup

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

upward mobilitycollocation

The capacity or facility for rising to a higher social or economic position.

upward trendcollocation

A general direction in which something is developing or changing, indicating an increase.

upward spiralidiom

A situation in which something continuously improves or increases.

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Upward definition: Moving or pointing towards a higher place or level.
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'Upward' translates to 'upward' in English. Upward definition: Moving or pointing towards a higher place or level.
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