What does upthrust mean?
Upthrust means An upward thrust..
Upthrust
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
An upward thrust..
Definitions by Sense
- An upward thrust.
- (nautical) Buoyancy.
- (geology) An upward movement of part of the Earth's crust.
- (transitive) To thrust something upwards.
- (intransitive) To be thrust upwards.
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Synonyms for upthrust
Antonyms for upthrust
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Word Forms
- upthrusts
- upthrusting
- upthrusted
Usage Notes
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What is a synonym for upthrust?
Common synonyms include upheaval, uplift, upthrow.
What is the opposite of upthrust?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use upthrust in a sentence?
Use upthrust where its definition matches the intended context.
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