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adjective

Definition of upwardnext
as in upper

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adverb

variants or upwards
as in skyward

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Recent Examples of upward
Adjective
However, over the past couple weeks, following the latest upward move in prices, sales have been particularly weak. — Sj Guest Editorial, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026 Meanwhile, Ship continued on its upward ascent, inserting into low Earth orbit (LEO) about a half-hour into the flight. — Mike Wall, Space.com, 28 Sep. 2026
Adverb
Old-fashioned striped barbershop poles turn in place on a vertical axis, but humans typically perceive the stripes moving upward rather than turning with the pole. — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 30 Sep. 2026 They’re expected to manage upward and downward, drive culture, champion strategy and nurture their teams. — Christine Muldoon, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for upward
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upward
  1. upper
  2. skyward
  3. uppermost
  4. above
  5. topmost
  6. overhead
  7. uplifted
Adjective
  • The team announced his absence as being due to an upper-body injury.
    — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Highs in the upper 60s are expected multiple days next week, and lows will fall into the upper 40s.
    — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of upper
Adverb
  • Considering the condition the vehicle is in, that number figures to climb skyward in the days to come.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Bathed in the glow of the late-afternoon light, the firefighters look skyward, squinting into the sun.
    — Thomas E. Franklin, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of skyward
Adjective
  • The duo’s Black/White/Metallic Silver makeup features the same croc texture placement on its two uppermost side panels, but shifts from the matte finish seen on the Enigma Stone pair for a glossy, patent leather-like sheen on its black croc cutouts.
    — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026
  • One design quibble — at its uppermost reaches, the limestone is just a bit too close to the narrow edge of the steel canopy.
    — Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of uppermost
Adverb
  • The guide above should help provide you with different details to consider when choosing which sportsbook is right for you.
    — OutKick, FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2026
  • The new cuts could include any one-star general or above, or an officer of equivalent Navy rank.
    — Konstantin Toropin, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of above
Adjective
  • For now, Vans will need to ensure the brand continues to garner brand heat to stay topmost in consumers’ minds.
    — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 31 July 2026
  • The penthouses on the topmost 14th floor can be combined to form a seven-bedroom cluster occupying that entire floor for those looking to max out.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026
Definition of topmost
Adjective
  • People from across Massachusetts have submitted auditions to be featured as the official overhead announcement voice at Logan Airport.
    — Matt Schooley, CBS News, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Kaminski and Pew share that overhead lighting has become much more minimal and recessive.
    — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of overhead
Adjective
  • Located within an uplifted section of oceanic crust known as an ophiolite, the Bulqizë reservoir generates its own continuous supply of clean energy.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2026
  • This team’s confidence needs to remain uplifted, but that’s going to be monumental task to manage if the blowouts begin the pile up.
    — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of uplifted

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“Upward.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upward. Accessed 5 Oct. 2026.

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