up
ward
ly
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toward a higher position
- The hot air balloon ascended upwardly into the sky.
- The rocket soared upwardly, leaving a trail of smoke behind.
- The staircase spiraled upwardly, leading to the upper floors of the tower.
- The climbers ascended upwardly toward the summit of the mountain.
- The elevator moved upwardly to the top floor of the building.
Antonyms:
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in a manner that moves or progresses toward a higher level, position, or status
- The company is growing upwardly, with increasing profits every year.
- She moved upwardly within the organization, eventually becoming CEO.
- The stock market has been trending upwardly since the beginning of the year.
- His career has developed upwardly, with each promotion bringing new challenges.
- The social group was climbing upwardly, reaching a new level of influence.