Upright Definition

upright
adjective
  1. in a vertical position; not sloping; "an upright post"
  2. of moral excellence; "a genuinely good person"; "a just cause"; "an upright and respectable man"
  3. upright in position or posture; "an erect stature"; "erect flower stalks"; "for a dog, an erect tail indicates aggression"; "a column still vertical amid the ruins"; "he sat bolt upright"
noun
  1. a vertical structural member as a post or stake; "the ball sailed between the uprights"
  2. a piano with a vertical sounding board

"Upright" in song lyrics

See how upright is used in real songs:

  • "It get's painful to stand upright"
    Brother Ali — The Travelers
  • "Please return your seats to the position of upright"
    Diamond Shell — Captain Speakin'
  • "Of animals, that taught to walk upright"
    K-Os — Man I Used to Be

Usage tips for "upright"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "upright" 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 upright to find words that pair well.

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