upbeat
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noun \ˈəp-ˌbēt\Definition of UPBEAT
1
: an unaccented beat or portion of a beat in a musical measure; specifically : the last beat of the measure
2
: an increase in activity or prosperity <business that is on the upbeat>
See First Known Use of UPBEAT
1869
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Rhymes with UPBEAT
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2upbeat
adjectiveDefinition of UPBEAT
: cheerful, optimistic <I'm feeling upbeat today>
Examples of UPBEAT
- I like a story with an upbeat ending.
- I tried to stay upbeat about losing the election.
First Known Use of UPBEAT
1947
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