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upturn

noun

/ˈʌp.tɜːn/

Meaning

An improvement or upward trend in a situation, especially in business or economy.

The company experienced an upturn in sales last quarter.

improvement, upswing, recovery, boom, growth

decline, downturn, slump

economic upturn, upturn in sales, market upturn

An insect or other organism with six legs.

The highest-ranking person in a company, responsible for overall management.

a fuss or unnecessary activity; trouble or difficulty

a dividing line or limit between two areas, things, or ideas

A loud, resonant, and continuous noise, often metallic.

A trite or unoriginal idea or remark; also a chemical compound of bromine.