Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
upbringing
noun
/ˈʌpˌbrɪŋɪŋ/
Definition
The care and training received by a child from parents or guardians.
Examples
- Her strict upbringing taught her the value of hard work.
- Many aspects of his personality can be linked to his upbringing.
- They discussed the importance of a supportive upbringing in a child’s life.
Meaning
Upbringing refers to the way a child is raised and the influences they receive from their family and environment during their formative years.
Synonyms
- raising
- nurture
- rearing
- childhood
- education
