Bottom-up
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Bottom-up is an adjective meaning Of or relating to a hierarchical system that progresses from multiple small subunits to a single, large basic unit.
Meaning
Of or relating to a hierarchical system that progresses from multiple small subunits to a single, large basic unit.
More Meanings
- Of or relating to a hierarchical system in which lower levels influence higher levels.
Example Sentences
bottom-up management
The software is checked very carefully in a bottom-up fashion. First, each new line of code is checked, then sections of code or modules with special functions are verified.
The papacy has for centuries brought with it a place on the world stage. Francis, who from the off gave the impression of being a man in a hurry, was determined to use that platform to push a bottom-up agenda for the world.
Antonyms for bottom-up
Common opposites include top-down.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include grassroots, asc, consultative, ascendancy, participatory, basis.
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