Word UP: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

up

🇺🇸 [ʌp]

Meanings

A direction or movement towards a higher position or level. It can be used to describe both literal and figurative increases, improvements, or ascents. It is also used in expressions related to enhancement or growth.

Examples

• He climbed up the ladder to fix the roof.
• The stock prices have gone up recently.
• She raised her hand to speak up.

Synonyms

higher • above • upward

Antonyms

down • below • under