above 1 of 4

as in atop
higher than one minute our kite was above the telephone wires; the next minute it was tangled in them

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above

2 of 4

adverb

as in overhead
to or in a higher place we eventually got used to the planes constantly flying above

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above

3 of 4

noun

above

4 of 4

adjective

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Recent Examples of above
Preposition
Manchester United finished 15th in the Premier League table, just above the relegation line. Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 6 June 2025 That’s right around its private market valuation from 2022, when Omada announced a $192 million funding round that pushed its valuation above $1 billion. Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 6 June 2025
Adverb
On the high side, a PEG of 2 or above suggests paying up for future growth. Paulina Likos, CNBC, 3 June 2025 Hit PLAY on the trailer above for an extended first look, then drop a comment with your thoughts. Andy Swift, TVLine, 3 June 2025
Noun
All of the above seems to be confirmed with today’s announcement. Stefene Russell, The Salt Lake Tribune, 14 Oct. 2022 In culinary uses, any of the above can help enhance both sweet and savory dishes. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Oct. 2022
Adjective
The first two flow into popular summertime swimming holes, while Graces High holds the title of being the tallest above ground waterfall in the state at 133 feet high. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2025 Even a company that sells an above average amount of its products in the U.S. could see their costs rise if supply inputs are hit with tariffs. Jesse Pound, CNBC, 14 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for above
Recent Examples of Synonyms for above
Preposition
  • The actress served to the camera as Gaga — fittingly clad as a lady in red — danced atop the table, before returning to her coffin — and taking Thing with her.
    Joey Nolfi Published, EW.com, 1 June 2025
  • This dazzling audio-visual display is performed atop a low branch or mound in the forest, where females can get a clear view.
    Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
Adverb
  • Residents of Maoming, China were treated to a celestial light show earlier this week when a surprise fireball burst to life overhead, illuminating the city before disappearing in an intense flare of light.
    Anthony Wood, Space.com, 31 May 2025
  • Footage provided to Fox News Digital by California activist Beth Bourne showed the plan flying overhead at Buchanan High School's Veterans Memorial Stadium.
    Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2025
Noun
  • The auroras become visible when solar events like solar flares and coronal mass ejections take place, triggering powerful displays of color in the sky.
    Skyler Caruso, People.com, 6 June 2025
  • Maneuvering through the sky, the inexperienced but intrepid fighter finds a weakness in the alien technology.
    Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 6 June 2025
Adjective
  • However, since 2023 Russian Pantsirs have seen extensive combat battling the aforementioned Western weapons as well as Ukraine’s long-range strike drones, including deployments atop Moscow high-rises to guard against drone raids.
    Sebastien Roblin, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
  • But as the footage reveals, Osment is playing the aforementioned Kansas City Scalper.
    Samantha Highfill, EW.com, 1 June 2025
Preposition
  • The Democratic candidates are sparring over how to best respond to President Donald Trump’s agenda in the Garden State and each hopes to keep the state’s governorship in Democratic hands.
    Brittany Shepherd, ABC News, 10 June 2025
  • As a result, the wagon has only recently made its way to North America, having only become eligible to be imported over the last decade.
    Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 June 2025
Noun
  • The ball hit the back of the rim and soared into the heavens.
    James L. Edwards III, New York Times, 22 May 2025
  • One step below rocketing into the heavens, astrotourism is all about stargazing.
    David Christopher Kaufman, Air Mail, 17 May 2025
Adjective
  • Still and thankfully, the aforesaid incident doesn’t stop Lauren from attending a wedding with Sean in Palm Springs, which is when things take a real turn towards Lauren’s self-actualization.
    Tomris Laffly, Variety, 11 Mar. 2025
  • But Steve Pink, the aforesaid auteur of the jacuzzi, wanted to get more personal than that.
    Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Sep. 2024
Adverb
  • Demand Reduction – Tariffs can drive prices upward and potentially reduce consumer demand, particularly on price-sensitive goods.
    Craig Zawada, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
  • President Trump’s approval rating has trended upward one month after poll aggregates at his 100-day mark painted a grim picture for his presidency’s second term.
    Jared Gans, The Hill, 31 May 2025

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