Upwind Synonyms and Antonyms

ŭpwĭnd
In the direction opposite to the direction the wind is blowing
(Adverb)
Synonyms:
  1. against-the-wind
  2. leeward
  3. into-the-wind
Antonyms:
  1. downwind
  2. windward
Towards the side exposed to wind
(Adjective)
Synonyms:
  1. weather

Words Related to Upwind

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Related:

  1. to-windward
  2. crosswind
  3. to-leeward

Upwind Sentence Examples

  • Most wind generators produced today are what is called an "upwind design".

  • The contoured side decks allow easy movement fore and aft as you shift position from upwind sailing to reaching and running.

  • They 're not as fine in the bow area and not as stiff either, and both these factors would affect upwind performance.

  • The Samurai 2 fly 's faster which has increased its upwind ability.

  • The pebbles or sand build up on the upwind protected side while there is significant erosion of beach material on the downwind side.

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