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UPWARD

(adverb, adj.sat, noun, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Upward.

How to pronounce upward:

US

Upward - as an adverb

Spatially or metaphorically from a lower to a higher position

Example: "Look up!"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
up4upwardly17upwards13
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
downward16

To a later time

Example: "They moved the meeting date up"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
up4upwards13

Upward - as an adjective satellite

Directed up

Example: "The cards were face upward"

Extending or moving toward a higher place

Example: "The up staircase"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
up4

Upward - as a noun

The upper part; the top.

Upward - as an adjective

Directed toward a higher place.

Example: "With upward eye; with upward course"

Example Sentences

"The upward trend in the stock market is a good sign for investors."
"We need to make an upward adjustment to our sales forecast."
"There has been an upward shift in the demand for organic products."
"The upward movement of the elevator was smooth and quiet."
"She made an upward gesture with her hand to signal the start of the race."
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Word Game Points

Is UPWARD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, upward is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

UPWARD has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is UPWARD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, upward is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
UPWARD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is UPWARD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, upward is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
UPWARD has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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