upward

Definitions


[ˈʌpwəd], (Adverb)

Definitions:
- towards a higher place, point, or level
(e.g: she peered upward at the sky)


Phrases:
- upwards of

Origin:
Old English upweard(es)(see up, -ward)


[ˈʌpwəd], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- moving, pointing, or leading to a higher place, point, or level
(e.g: an upward trend in sales)


Phrases:
- upwards of

Origin:
Old English upweard(es)(see up, -ward)




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