Upriver

ˈʌpˌrɪvər

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a direction that is upstream, against the current of a river.

The fishermen paddled upriver to find a good spot for catching salmon.

Referring to locations that are higher up in the river system.

The pollution levels were found to be higher in the water samples taken from upriver.

In a context where actions or events are occurring upstream.

The flooding started upriver, affecting several towns before it reached ours.

In a metaphorical sense, suggesting a return to the origin or beginning of a situation.

They decided to go upriver in their investigation to find the source of the issue.

Indicating a movement toward the source of a river or stream.

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.

In a difficult position or predicament.

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

Going against the mainstream or prevailing trend.

His style is definitely upriver compared to others.