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Wordabulary

upward

Pronunciation
Adverb A1 Beginner

Quick answer

Moving toward a higher place.

"The balloon drifted slowly upward into the sky."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

up

Antonyms

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The balloon drifted slowly _____ into the sky."

Answer: upward

In your own words, what does "upward" mean?

Moving toward a higher place.

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