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Uphill Definition & Meaning

uphill
adverb
  1. against difficulties; "she was talking uphill"
  2. upward on a hill or incline; "this street lay uphill"
adjective
  1. sloping upward
noun
  1. the upward slope of a hill

"Uphill" in song lyrics

See how uphill is used in real songs:

  • "Need some bread for real, so I head uphill"
    Bavu Blakes f/ Jade — Overnight
  • "Walking the right path even if it's uphill"
    Bless 1 — Never Give Up
  • "Instead of going out we're going uphill"
    The Pharcyde — Feeling

Words that rhyme with uphill

Usage tips for "uphill"

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Frequently asked questions

What does uphill mean?
against difficulties; "she was talking uphill" upward on a hill or incline; "this street lay uphill" sloping upward the upward slope of a hill
What part of speech is uphill?
Uphill is an adverb, an adjective, and a noun.
How many definitions does uphill have?
Uphill has 4 definitions across 3 parts of speech (adverb, adjective, noun).

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