Meaning

Indicating movement towards or location at a higher place or position..

Definitions by Sense

1. Indicating movement towards or location at a higher place or position.
2. Indicating movement in any other direction visualised as "up".
3. To or in a position of equal advance or equality; not short of, back of, less advanced than, away from, etc.; usually followed by to or with.
4. (intensifier) Used as an aspect marker to indicate a completed action or state; thoroughly, completely.
5. To one's possession or consideration.
6. From one's possession or consideration.
7. Aside or away, so as no longer to be present or in use.
8. (cricket) Relatively close to the batsman.

Example Sentences

I was up to my chin in water.

A stranger came up and asked me for directions.

I'm going to be walking quickly, but try to keep up with me.

I will mix up the puzzle pieces.

Tear up the contract.

He really messed up.

Please type up our monthly report.

Drink up. The pub is closing.

Word Forms

• ups
• upping
• upped

Synonyms for u.p.

Antonyms for u.p.

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When Should You Use U.p.?

Use u.p. when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.

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