Downstate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Downstate is a noun meaning (US) The southern region of certain US states, particularly Michigan, New York, and Illinois.
Meaning
(US) The southern region of certain US states, particularly Michigan, New York, and Illinois.
More Meanings
- A period during sleep when somebody is not primed and not ready to learn.
- (US) Of the southern section of a state.
- (US) To the southern section of a state.
Example Sentences
The final election returns from downstate may not be available until late Wednesday morning.
Word Forms
- downstates
Antonyms for downstate
Common opposites include upstate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include upstate, bayside, downriver.
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