Vocabulary Cards
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A2 verb
update
Meaning
to make something more modern or current; to provide new information
Example
Please update your software regularly.
B1 verb
upgrade
Meaning
to raise something to a higher standard, improve
Example
We decided to upgrade the software to the latest version.
C1 noun
upheaval
Meaning
a violent or sudden change or disruption to something
Example
The company faced a major upheaval after the sudden resignation of its CEO.
C2 verb
upheave
Meaning
to lift or raise something forcefully; to cause to rise suddenly
Example
The workers had to upheave the heavy stone to clear the path.
B2 adjective
Uphill
Meaning
difficult; requiring great effort; sloping upward
Example
Learning a new language can be an uphill battle.
B2 verb
uphold
Meaning
to maintain or support a principle, law, or decision
Example
The judge promised to uphold justice at all costs.
A2 preposition
upon
Meaning
on or immediately after
Example
Upon hearing the news, he rushed to the hospital.
B1 adjective
upper
Meaning
higher in position or rank
Example
The upper floor of the building is under renovation.
C1 adjective
uppermost
Meaning
situated at the highest place or most important
Example
Her family's safety was uppermost in her mind during the crisis.
B2 adjective
Upright
Meaning
honest and morally correct; vertical or erect in position
Example
She is known for being an upright and honest businesswoman.
C1 noun
Uprightness
Meaning
the quality of being honest and morally correct; integrity
Example
His uprightness in business dealings earned him great respect.
C1 noun
uprising
Meaning
An act of resistance or rebellion; a revolt against an authority or government.
Example
The uprising marked the beginning of the revolution.
C1 noun
Uproar
Meaning
a loud and emotional noise or disturbance; public outcry
Example
The announcement caused an uproar among the students.
C2 adjective
uproarious
Meaning
Extremely funny or noisy; causing loud laughter or commotion.
Example
The comedian's jokes were absolutely uproarious.
C1 verb
uproot
Meaning
To pull something out of the ground; to remove or displace completely.
Example
They uprooted the old tree from the garden.
A2 verb
upset
Meaning
to make someone worried, sad, or angry; to disturb
Example
The bad news upset everyone.
C1 noun
Upshot
Meaning
the final result or outcome of a series of events; conclusion
Example
The upshot of the meeting was a decision to postpone the project.
B1 adverb
Upside-down
Meaning
with the upper part at the bottom; in or into a reversed position
Example
The picture was hanging upside-down on the wall.
A2 noun
Upstairs
Meaning
on or to an upper floor of a building; the upper floor or floors
Example
She went upstairs to her bedroom to rest.
C1 noun
upturn
Meaning
An improvement or upward trend in a situation, especially in business or economy.
Example
The company experienced an upturn in sales last quarter.
C2 noun
upwelling
Meaning
An oceanographic phenomenon that involves wind-driven motion of dense, cooler, and nutrient-rich water towards the ocean surface.
Example
Upwelling brings nutrients to the ocean surface.
B1 adjective
urban
Meaning
related to, characteristic of, or situated in a city or town
Example
Urban areas often have higher population density than rural areas.
C2 adjective
urbane
Meaning
showing polished manners, refinement, and sophistication
Example
He was an urbane gentleman who charmed everyone at the party.
C2 noun
urbanity
Meaning
refined courtesy, elegance, and sophistication in manner
Example
Her urbanity made her popular among diplomats and leaders.