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Definition of upside

upside

/ˈʌp.saɪd/
up · side

Plural:upsides
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upside Lexical Profile

upside Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A positive aspect, advantage, or favorable feature of a situation.

Example

"The main upside of working remotely is saving two hours on the daily commute."


2

An upward movement or potential for growth, especially in the price of a financial asset or business venture.

Example

"With the company's new product line launching soon, the stock still has plenty of upside."


3

The upper side or top surface of something.

Example

"The upside of the leaf is dark green and waxy, while the underside is pale and fuzzy."

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• adjective

1

Relating to or indicating a potential increase in value, performance, or positive outcome, especially in financial or business contexts.

Example

"Analysts noted that the emerging technology sector offers significant upside potential for long-term investors."

• preposition

1

American Against or on the side or top of (used informally, especially in the phrase 'upside the head').

Example

"In the comedic sketch, the frustrated chef playfully swatted his assistant upside the head with a rolled-up menu."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Upside. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/upside
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