CEFR B2

upright

adjective

Meaning

Standing or positioned vertically, perpendicular to the ground or a base.

Examples

The bookshelf was tall and narrow, designed to stand upright against the wall.
He managed to keep his balance and remain upright even on the slippery surface.

Synonyms: vertical, erect, plumb, perpendicular

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upright (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈʌp.raɪt/

Definition

Standing or positioned vertically, perpendicular to the ground or a base.

Examples

The bookshelf was tall and narrow, designed to stand upright against the wall.
He managed to keep his balance and remain upright even on the slippery surface.
The ancient tree, though old, was still growing upright towards the sky.

How to Use upright

stand upright (collocation): To be in a vertical position. — "The monument stands upright in the town square."
remain upright (collocation): To continue to be in a vertical position. — "She managed to remain upright despite the strong winds."
keep upright (collocation): To prevent something from falling over. — "He used his hands to keep the table upright."

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