B2
upright vs upward
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| uprightadverb/ˈʌp.raɪt/ | Meaning in a straight, vertical position, with the back or body not bent or lying down | Goes with sit upright | Example Sit upright and keep your feet flat on the floor. |
| upwardadjective/ˈʌp.wərd/ | Meaning moving or pointing toward a higher place, level or amount | Goes with upward trend | Example House prices in the city show a strong upward trend. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Humans walk on two legs.