Upright Synonyms and Antonyms

ŭp'rīt'

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Synonyms for Upright

erect
Rigid, firm; standing out perpendicularly.
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sky-pointing
Vertical
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elevated
Increased in amount or degree:
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straightforward
The definition of straightforward is honest, direct and to the point.
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standing-up
Vertical
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perpendicular
At right angles to a given plane or line
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end-up
Vertical
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on-one-s-feet
(Idiomatic) In a satisfactory (non-physical) condition; happy financially, emotionally etc.
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exalted
Noble, sublime; heavenly.
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plumb
(Cricket) Describing an LBW where the batsman is hit on the pads directly in front of his wicket and should be given out.
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straight
Extending continuously in the same direction without curving:
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upward
Directed toward a higher place.
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on-end
Vertical
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bolt upright
Vertical
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upended
Vertical
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ethical
Of, relating to, or dealing with ethics:
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moral
Capable of right and wrong action.
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virtuous
The definition of virtuous is someone or something who is moral.
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correct
Conforming to standards; proper:
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circumspect
Careful to consider all related circumstances before acting, judging, or deciding
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unimpeachable
Beyond doubt; unquestionable:
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honest
Marked by or displaying integrity; upright:
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principled
Having principles, as of conduct
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fair
Free from obstacles or hindrances; unobstructed; unencumbered; open; direct; said of a road, passage, etc.
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impartial
The definition of impartial is not favoring one side or opinion more than another.
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incorruptible
That cannot be corrupted, esp. morally
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aboveboard
Alternative form of above-board.
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high-minded
Given to idealism.
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respectable
Conforming to socially acceptable behavior, attitudes, taste, etc.; proper; correct
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manly
Of, relating to, or characteristic of men, especially when considered traditionally masculine, as in being courageous or direct:
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right
In or into a satisfactory state or condition:
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honorable
Of, or having a position of, high rank or worth
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chivalrous
Characterized by consideration and courtesy, especially toward women.
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conscientious
The definition of conscientious is following what you know to be right or true.
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equitable
(Law) Of or relating to rights historically enforced in courts of equity.
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exemplary
The definition of exemplary is an excellent model or example, or a sample worthy person or thing.
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good
Superior to the average; satisfactory:
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just
The definition of just is fair or right.
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noble
Grand; stately; splendid; magnificent
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post
A prefix that means “after,” as in postoperative, after an operation, or “behind,” as in postnasal, behind the nose or nasal passages.
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rectitudinous
Righteous or correct or upright
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righteous
The definition of righteous is someone or something that is in accordance with high moral standards.
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sincere
Without deceit, pretense, or hypocrisy; truthful; straightforward; honest
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standing
Remaining upright; erect.
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steep
Having a sharp rise or highly inclined slope; precipitous
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true
Not counterfeit; real or genuine:
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trustworthy
Worthy of trust; dependable; reliable
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vertical
The definition of vertical is something at a right angle to the horizon.
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integrity
The quality or condition of being complete; pure
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perpendicularity
The condition of being perpendicular.
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probity
Complete and confirmed integrity; uprightness:
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rectitude
The quality or condition of being correct in judgment.
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scrupulosity
The property of being scrupulous.
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stanchion
A framework consisting of two or more vertical bars, used to secure cattle in a stall or at a feed trough.
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stile
A turnstile.
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uprightness
(Uncountable) The state of being moral, honest and honourable.
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raised
Made light and high by yeast or other leaven.
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upstanding
Morally upright; honest.
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straight-shooting
(Informal) Characterized by candor, honesty, ethical behavior, etc.
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unsloped
Not sloped.
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upright-piano
A piano (pianoforte) whose strings are vertical.
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prop
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mullion
A slender, vertical dividing bar between the lights of windows, doors, etc.
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Antonyms for Upright

dishonest
Disposed to lie, cheat, defraud, or deceive.
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disreputable
Not reputable; having or causing a bad reputation; discreditable
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unrespected
Not respected
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fallen
Having lost one's chastity
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lying
The definition of lying is not telling the truth.
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unerect
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Words Related to Upright

horizontal
Parallel to or in the plane of the horizon.
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wide apart
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slender
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straight-backed
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up-right
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oaken
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on-its-side
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oar
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handgrip
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Upright Sentence Examples

  • A moment later he sat upright in bed.

  • She scrambled to sit upright, forcing the pain in her shoulder to the back of her mind.

  • He steadied himself, pulling upright until he was sure of his footing.

  • They have generally the lofty brow, the regular features, the spare upright figure, and the calm aspect which might be expected in a race maintained in great purity yet upon a broad basis.

  • He bore throughout his career the reputation of an intelligent and upright public servant.

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