Uptick
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈʌptɪk/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Uptick is a noun meaning A small increase or upward change in something that has been steady or declining.
Meaning
A small increase or upward change in something that has been steady or declining.
More Meanings
- (finance) A stock market transaction or quote at a price above a preceding one.
Example Sentences
"[…] There has been an uptick in the number of people travelling with us: the evidence suggests the commuter market is growing again."
Word Forms
- upticks
Antonyms for uptick
Common opposites include downtick.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include uptrend, upswing, jack-up, hike, bounce, creep.
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