Meaning & Definition of word "Upriver"

Upriver

ˈʌpˌrɪvər

1. In a direction that is upstream, against the current of a river.
- Example: The fishermen paddled upriver to find a good spot for catching salmon.
2. Referring to locations that are higher up in the river system.
- Example: The pollution levels were found to be higher in the water samples taken from upriver.
3. In a context where actions or events are occurring upstream.
- Example: The flooding started upriver, affecting several towns before it reached ours.
4. In a metaphorical sense, suggesting a return to the origin or beginning of a situation.
- Example: They decided to go upriver in their investigation to find the source of the issue.
5. Indicating a movement toward the source of a river or stream.
- Example: We hiked upriver to explore the secluded areas that few had visited before.

The term combines 'up' meaning 'toward a higher place' and 'river'.

up the river:

In trouble or in a difficult situation.

upstream:

In the direction toward the source of a stream or river.

downriver:

In the direction of the river's flow.

Meaning: In a difficult position or predicament.

Example Sentence: After missing the deadline, he's really up the river.

Meaning: Going against the mainstream or prevailing trend.

Example Sentence: His style is definitely upriver compared to others.