Upward
'ʌpwəd
Definitions
2 meaningsMoving or extending in an upward direction; towards a higher level or position.
'ʌpwəd
Moving or pointing towards a higher place or position.
The upward flight of the rocket was spectacular.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're on a rollercoaster going up! That's an upward movement. If your grades are getting better, that's an upward trend.
👶 For kids: Going up! Like when you fly a kite.
More Examples
The upward mobility of the new management team shows the company is doing well.
She looked at me with an upward glance.
There's an upward current in the river.
How It's Used
"The upward slope of the hill made the hike challenging."
"The company saw an upward trend in profits."
In a direction toward a higher point or level.
'ʌpwəd
Towards a higher place or position; in an upward direction.
The elevator went upward.
💡 Simply: If you throw a ball in the air, it goes upward. If you're climbing a ladder, you're moving upward.
👶 For kids: Going up! Like when you throw a ball up in the air.
More Examples
Prices continued upward.
He glanced upward at the ceiling.
The smoke billowed upward.
How It's Used
"The balloon drifted upward into the sky."
"Sales are trending upward."
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
upward of
More than; at least.
"The cost was upward of $100."
From Old English *upweard*, a compound of 'up' and '-weard' (meaning 'towards' or 'in the direction of').
The word 'upward' has been consistently used since its origin, though the adverbial form 'upwards' is also common. Early texts used 'upward' to describe physical elevation, and later began to incorporate its use to describe progress and financial growth.