Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

upturned

adjective
/ˈʌpˌtɜrnd/
Definition
turned or tilted upwards
Examples
  • The upturned leaf caught the sunlight beautifully.
  • He noticed an upturned chair in the corner of the room.
  • The artist depicted an upturned bowl, symbolizing abundance.
Meaning
The term ‘upturned’ describes something that has been rotated or raised in a way that its top side faces upward.
Synonyms
  • turned upwards
  • raised
  • elevated