Word UPON: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

upon

🇺🇸 [əˈpɒn]

Meanings

A preposition that refers to a situation in which something happens or is done immediately after or as a result of something else. It is used to indicate action or events that take place following a certain condition or action.

Examples

• Upon arrival, the guests were greeted warmly.
• She signed the contract upon hearing the offer.
• Upon completion of the project, we will celebrate.

Synonyms

on • after • following

Antonyms

before • prior • earlier