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upper

adjective noun

The topmost one of two; upper

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Word Facts

Word length
5
Starts with
U
Ends with
R
Contains
PP
Scrabble score
9
CEFR level
B1

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈʌpə

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Definitions

adjective

  1. The topmost one of two; upper

adjective

  1. Higher in place or position

    “The upper bunk”

adjective

  1. Superior in rank or accomplishment

    “The upper half of the class”

noun

  1. The higher of two berths

noun

  1. Piece of leather or synthetic material that forms the part of a shoe or boot above the sole that encases the foot

    “Uppers come in many styles”

noun

  1. A central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression

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Example Sentences

The upper bunk
In the upper center of the picture
The upper stories
The upper half of the class
Uppers come in many styles

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