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upward


2upward

adj

Definition of UPWARD

1
: directed toward or situated in a higher place or level : ascending
2
: rising to a higher pitch
— up·ward·ly adverb
— up·ward·ness noun
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Examples of UPWARD

  1. an upward revision of the vote tally

First Known Use of UPWARD

15th century

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