upward
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
In a direction from lower to higher; toward a higher place; in a course toward the source or origin.
Adverb
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
In the upper parts; above.
Adverb
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Directed toward a higher place.
Adjective
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “upward” mean?
In a direction from lower to higher; toward a higher place; in a course toward the source or origin.
Is “upward” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.