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upbeat
noun
adjective
An unaccented beat at the start of a musical phrase.
Quick reference
Word Facts
- Word length
- 6
- Starts with
- U
- Ends with
- T
- Contains
- PBEA
- Scrabble score
- 10
- Database source
- OEWN 2025 Core
Meaning
Definitions
noun
An unaccented beat at the start of a musical phrase.
“The conductor said: I give you three beats for nothing and then you come in on the upbeat.”
adjective
Having a fast pace, tempo, or beat.
“The notes are easy, but it's an upbeat tune and should be played fairly quickly.”
Having a positive, lively, or perky tone, attitude, etc.
“He sounded upbeat when I talked to him.”
In context
Example Sentences
The conductor said: I give you three beats for nothing and then you come in on the upbeat.
The notes are easy, but it's an upbeat tune and should be played fairly quickly.
He sounded upbeat when I talked to him.
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