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Upright

adjective
/ˈʌpˌraɪt/

Meaning

honest and morally correct; vertical or erect in position
positioned vertically; morally good and honest

Example Sentences

She is known for being an upright and honest businesswoman.

He remained upright despite the strong winds.

Example Expressions

stand upright

Synonyms

honest, ethical, virtuous, vertical, erect, righteous, straight
Entry 1
honest, ethical, virtuous, vertical
Entry 2
vertical, erect, honest, righteous, straight

Antonyms

dishonest, corrupt, horizontal, bent
Entry 1
dishonest, corrupt, horizontal, bent
Entry 2
horizontal, dishonest

Collocations

upright citizen, upright posture, morally upright, stand upright, remain upright, sit upright, upright position
Entry 1
upright citizen, upright posture, morally upright
Entry 2
stand upright, remain upright, sit upright, upright position

Related Vocabularies

Directed to the side; indirect, furtive, or not straightforward.
flat or smooth; equal in degree or amount; used to emphasize something surprising
Open and honest; without deception or trickery.
Extending or moving uniformly in one direction only; not curved or bent.
In progress; happening or being prepared.
inappropriate or unsuitable; at an inconvenient or inappropriate time

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