above 1 of 4

preposition

Definition of abovenext
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

ə-ˈbəv How to pronounce above (audio)
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

as in sky
a dwelling place of perfect happiness for the soul after death in her dying days she was supposedly visited by an angel from above

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above

4 of 4

adjective

as in aforementioned

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Recent Examples of above
Preposition
Visitors reach the museum via boat, and snorkel above the sculptures, which range from groups of people to a Volkswagen coated with seaweed. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026 The dark, stilly body of water beside them made the night seem calm; above it, the moon looked small and far away—starlike. — Literary Hub, 15 July 2026
Adverb
In Rome, three-star hotels and above generally have air-conditioning, said Fabio Coppola, the owner of YellowSquare, a hostel chain in Rome, Milan, Florence, Italy, and Athens, Greece. — The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 July 2026 Most markdowns came out to around 33%, so anything above that made the cut as one of the sale’s best deals. — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 15 July 2026
Noun
All of the above could have been at play Friday night for Kaneland and junior quarterback Troyer Carlson. — Rick Armstrong, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2022 All of the above seems to be confirmed with today’s announcement. — Stefene Russell, The Salt Lake Tribune, 14 Oct. 2022
Adjective
The warning signs include all the above but also may include a strong, rapid heartbeat, confusion, vomiting, seizures, slurred speech, or passing out. — Carmel Wroth, NPR, 2 July 2026 In the past week alone, hundreds of wildfires erupted throughout the West, adding to the already above-average pace for acreage burned so far this year. — ABC News, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for above
Recent Examples of Synonyms for above
  1. atop
  2. overhead
  3. sky
  4. aforementioned
  5. over
  6. upward
  7. heaven
  8. aforesaid
Preposition
  • Astronauts just flew to Earth orbit space atop a rocket emblazoned with an energy-drink ad.
    — Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 17 July 2026
  • It's been just over seven years since Madame X, her most recent leader before Confessions II, managed its one frame atop the ranking.
    — Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of atop
Adverb
  • The likelihood of lightning increases as a thunderstorm gets closer and reaches its highest point when the storm is directly overhead.
    — CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026
  • Like a gay Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade balloon, the stereo betwixt her thighs welcomed us into a foliage- and fog-filled venue with green lasers beaming overhead (à la the ones shooting out of vaginas in the Confessions II short film).
    — Tom Smyth, Vulture, 14 July 2026
Definition of overhead
Noun
  • In parts of Maine, residents were reporting a yellowish and brownish color in the sky.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 July 2026
  • If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.
    — CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
Definition of sky
Adjective
  • Besides the aforementioned keys, Damnation doesn’t actually sound much like prog.
    — Sam Goldner, Pitchfork, 19 July 2026
  • The SpaceX offering featured twenty-three banks, a crew that ranged from the aforementioned giants to asset managers Bernstein and Mirae of South Korea.
    — Shawn Tully, Fortune, 18 July 2026
Definition of aforementioned
Preposition
  • In addition, the Global Connectivity Index ranks the country’s digital infrastructure as the second-best in Africa and over 46 percent of Moroccan electricity comes from renewables.
    — Panorama Media Ltd, Miami Herald, 19 July 2026
  • But if the Cubs hadn’t won that epic Game 7 in Cleveland and 1908 still hung over the franchise?
    — Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 19 July 2026
Definition of over
Adverb
  • At the same time, many homeowners are deciding to hold onto their properties instead of selling, which means there are fewer homes available, another factor that typically drives prices upward.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 13 July 2026
  • The Carry can track player movements in 2K HD video with three outward-facing cameras, while an upward-facing fourth camera tracks the ball traveling towards the net and back down for an unobstructed view of both the player and the shot.
    — Shirl Leigh July 13, New Atlas, 13 July 2026
Definition of upward
Noun
  • The evolution of Jacob Latz from hopeful starter to All-Star closer is one of those from-heaven developments all good teams need.
    — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 July 2026
  • Plants look simply stunning in the garden, with silvery foliage and heaven-scented blooms abuzz with pollinators.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 July 2026
Definition of heaven
Adjective
  • On several occasions this writer has had the pleasure of gazing at the aforesaid state capitol building at Tallahassee … which looked, at first glance, like a garage only there was a kind of dome on top and garages usually do not have domes.
    — Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 June 2026
  • 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
Definition of aforesaid

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