Upgrade Definition
upgrade
noun
- an upward slope or grade (as in a road); "the car couldn't make it up the rise"
- software that provides better performance than an earlier version did
- a reservation that is improved; "I got an upgrade to first class when coach class was full"
- the property possessed by a slope or surface that rises
- hardware that provides better performance than an earlier version did
- the act of improving something (especially machinery) by raising it to a higher grade (as by adding or replacing components); "the power plant received a new upgrade"
verb
- rate higher; raise in value or esteem
- to improve what was old or outdated; "I've upgraded my computer so I can run better software"; "The company upgraded their personnel"
- give a promotion to or assign to a higher position; "John was kicked upstairs when a replacement was hired"; "Women tend not to advance in the major law firms"; "I got promoted after many years of hard work"
- get better travel conditions; "I upgraded to First Class when Coach Class was overbooked"
- give better travel conditions to; "The airline upgraded me when I arrived late and Coach Class was full"
"Upgrade" in song lyrics
See how upgrade is used in real songs:
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"I can treat a chick like cheap gas and upgrade"
John Cena f/ Rue DeBona, Tha Trademarc — Summer Flings -
"Well I'm back, a dominant shade I'm an upgrade"
Lost Secret f/ Seoul Kid Mike — Arrest the Planet -
"Nothin change but the rims upgrade"
Memphis Bleek — R.O.C.
Words that rhyme with upgrade
Usage tips for "upgrade"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "upgrade" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for upgrade to find words that pair well.