Synonyms for

Ups

Verb / ʌps / Another word for ups — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A sudden increase in the value or level of something.

Synonyms & similar words

up increase rise upswing upturn escalation growth improvement surge boost climb jump leap advancement development progress upshot upside benefit

Synonyms by register

Formal

advancements progress improvements gains

Informal

wins successes good things positives

Literary

ascensions heights victories

Antonyms

downs lows declines downturns slumps setbacks

Common collocations

  • ups and downs
  • ups and downs of life
  • ups and downs of the market
  • ups and downs of a relationship
  • ups and downs of a career
  • ups and downs of fortune
  • ups and downs of the economy

Word family

noun up
adjective up
adverb up

Usage note

The word 'ups' is most commonly used in the plural as part of the idiom 'ups and downs' to refer to a mixture of good and bad experiences or fortunes.

Example sentences

  1. The ups and downs of life can be challenging to handle.
  2. The price of the stock had many ups and downs throughout the day.
  3. The ups in the economy have led to more job opportunities.
  4. The ups in the market caused a surge in investment.
  5. The ups in her grades were due to her hard work.

Quotes

  • Life is a journey with many ups and downs.
  • When life gives you ups and downs, just keep moving forward.
  • Success is not a straight line, it has many ups and downs.

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