Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
upend
verb
/ʌˈpɛnd/
Definition
To turn something upside down or to overturn.
Examples
- She decided to upend the guidelines to improve the project.
- The sudden storm upended many boats in the harbor.
- He upended his cup to drink the last drop of coffee.
Meaning
To cause to be turned or turned over, often used in the context of changing the usual order or position.
Synonyms
- overturn
- invert
- overthrow
- dislodge
