ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Upbringing

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈʌpˌbrɪŋɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Upbringing is a noun meaning The traits acquired during one's childhood training.

Meaning

The traits acquired during one's childhood training.

More Meanings

  1. The raising or training of a child.

Example Sentences

Through her upbringing, Mildred's father had carefully programmed her to expect very little from life.

Word Forms

Synonyms for upbringing

Depending on context, synonyms include nurture, nurturing, fostering, fosterage, rearing, raising.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include fostering, rearing, fosterage, nurture, raising, breeding.

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