Meaning of the word upwards in English

What does upwards mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

upwards

US /ˈʌp.wɚdz/

UK /ˈʌp.wɚdz/

towards a higher place or position

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The smoke drifted upwards into the sky.

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He looked upwards at the stars.

Synonym:

up upward skyward aloft heavenward

towards a higher or greater amount or level

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Prices have been trending upwards.

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The company's profits are moving upwards.

Synonym:

up upward increasingly growing rising

moving or leading to a higher place or level

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The upwards trend in sales is encouraging.

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We took the upwards path to the summit.

Synonym:

up upward ascending rising

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