Definition of Upright
Upright
up·right
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
vertical, oriented in an erect posture, for example standing or sitting with one's back straight;
e.g. The signpost was knocked down from its upright position by the storm. This chair forces you to sit in an upright position.
(adjective)
having a height that is greater than its width, describing the shape of some device or the way in which it is to be used;
e.g. She placed an upright dresser in her room in which to store her things.
(adjective)
honest and honorable in manner and behavior, having a strong/strict sense of the principles of right and wrong;
e.g. He is an upright citizen who always tries to do things that benefit his community.
(adverb)
vertically, in a straight position perpendicular to the ground;
e.g. They stood upright so they would look as tall as possible.
(noun)
broadly, something that is oriented in an erect/vertical position, especially a rod or post that has a supportive or structural role;
e.g. They fixed each upright firmly into the ground so that the structure would be stable.
(noun)
a piano whose frame and strings are built vertically, perpendicularly to the ground (short for "upright piano");
e.g. He bought an upright piano for his home so he could play anytime he wanted.
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