Meaning & Definition of Upper in English
English⟶
Upper
/əpər/
noun
1. The higher of two berths
synonym:
- upper berth,
- upper
2. Piece of leather or synthetic material that forms the part of a shoe or boot above the sole that encases the foot
- "Uppers come in many styles"
synonym:
- upper
3. A central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite
- Used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression
synonym:
- amphetamine,
- pep pill,
- upper,
- speed
adjective
1. The topmost one of two
synonym:
- upper
2. Higher in place or position
- "The upper bunk"
- "In the upper center of the picture"
- "The upper stories"
synonym:
- upper
3. Superior in rank or accomplishment
- "The upper half of the class"
synonym:
- upper
Examples of using
The bottle is on the upper shelf.
He took her by the upper parts of her arms.
He belongs to the upper class.