upgraded (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ʌpˈɡreɪdɪd/

Definition

Made better or more modern, often by adding new features or improving performance.

Examples

• The hotel room was upgraded to a suite with a better view.

• We upgraded our internet service for faster speeds.

• The company upgraded its computer systems to improve security.

How to Use upgraded

upgrade to (prepositional phrase)

To change to a better or more modern version of something. — "They upgraded to a larger apartment."

upgrade from (prepositional phrase)

To move from a lower or older version to a higher or newer one. — "She upgraded from a basic phone to a smartphone."

upgrade something (collocation)

To improve a piece of equipment, software, or service. — "We need to upgrade our kitchen appliances."

Synonyms of upgraded

Words with a similar meaning to upgraded:

• improved
• enhanced
• modernized
• advanced

Antonyms of upgraded

Words with the opposite meaning to upgraded:

• downgraded
• regressed

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