upright
🇬🇧 UK/'ʌprait/🇺🇸 US
IELTSTOEFLGREB2
Definitions
adj.
Standing or positioned vertically; honest and morally correct
垂直的,竖立的;正直的,诚实的
n.
A vertical structural post or support
竖柱,立柱,垂直支撑物
adv.
In a vertical or erect position
垂直地,竖立地
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.upright character正直品格
- 2.upright position竖直位置
Example Sentences
- 1.
He stood upright with his shoulders back, displaying confidence and good posture.
- 2.
The wooden upright supports helped reinforce the structure of the old building.
- 3.
She is known for her upright character and unwavering moral principles.