UPSWEPT Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

Definition of upswept

as in lifted

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verb

past tense of upsweep

as in upturned

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Recent Examples of upswept

Adjective

The design features a bold, upswept sunglass in a dark mahogany shade with true brown lenses, paired with universal-fitting nose pads. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 29 May 2025 One nagging problem that the Globemaster shares with the Lockheed C-130 Hercules is its rear section, which is marked by an upswept rear when the cargo door is raised. — David Szondy, New Atlas, 2 Feb. 2025 This highly efficient system of a centerline propeller and a rotating thruster behind allowed De Voogt’s naval architects to fashion a hull shape with an optimized, upswept after body for less turbulence and a quieter wake. — Bill Springer, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024 Brittany finished out the look with Chanel loafers, ankle socks and a Chanel logo necklace, plus hexagonal sunglasses to compliment her upswept hair. — Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 15 Sep. 2024 See All Example Sentences for upswept

Recent Examples of Synonyms for upswept

Adjective

But Starbucks has a few months of soft openings under its belt to see how the uplifted stores are performing in Chicago, and Williams said the early returns are promising.

— Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
For those weighed down by adult concerns, watching an episode leaves them feeling uplifted.

— Scot Paltrow, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2026

Definition of uplifted

Verb

Eight quarterbacks in the final rankings of 2025 are currently on the bench or looking for work, so the quality diluted as injuries mounted.

— Jeff Howe, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Annotated divorce papers blown up and mounted, interactive exhibits detailing how your mom’s last round of chemo didn’t take, souvenir T-shirts emblazoned with your best friend’s last words before the car crash.

— Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of mounted

Verb

Focused on creating an immersive experience that starts upon arrival, Diaz enlisted a scent designer to create Disco Lace, a signature scent for Bar Leone that is a blend of lavender, rose and enoki.

— Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026
Median pay for chief technology officers rose $809,587 from 2021 to 2025 while median pay for CEOs—typically the C-suite leader most likely to reap massive pay rewards—only rose $698,399.

— Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of rose

Adjective

For men’s, top sellers included short-sleeve polos in elevated fabrics and the shirt jacket.

— David Moin, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2026
Previous research had shown a link between nighttime sleep while exposed to light and an elevated risk of coronary artery disease, heart attack, heart failure and stroke.

— Barbara Mantel, NBC news, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of elevated

Verb

The first reigning queen of Japan, Suiko ascended the Chrysanthemum Throne in 593 CE and presided over a flowering of Buddhism under her regent, Prince Shotoku.

— Liz Regalia, Parents, 9 Sep. 2026
As then-lieutenant governor, McKee ascended to the top office.

— Whitman Littlefield, The Providence Journal, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of ascended

Adjective

Lévêque was once a prominent figure of the French and European art scene, known for his neon sculptures, which have been exhibited in major global institutions, including the Louvre and the Elysée Palace—the residence of French presidents.

— Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 11 Sep. 2026
In order to create the experience, the outlet will focus on the famous Red and Blue kitchens, show experiences, and a prominent bar that begs you to join us for a drink.

— Carly Sauvageau, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of prominent

Verb

The death toll following last week's unprecedented flash flood at the Nepal-Tibet border has climbed to 1,344, with an additional 4,996 people believed to still be missing as of Saturday, officials said.

— Jon Haworth, ABC News, 5 Sep. 2026
Expedia said in June that searches using budget filters have climbed more than 1,200% compared with 12 months ago.

— Alex Harring, CNBC, 5 Sep. 2026

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