Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
uphill
Adjective / Adverb
/ˌʌpˈhɪl/
Definition
Referring to a direction or movement towards a higher elevation.
Examples
- It was an uphill walk to reach the summit.
- They faced an uphill battle against the strong competition.
- She has been working uphill all year to improve her grades.
Meaning
The term ‘uphill’ describes the action or state of going up a slope or gradient.
Synonyms
- ascendant
- ascending
- sloped
