Synonyms for

Upside

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

Definition

the upper part or surface of something

Synonyms & similar words

topside upperside top top crest crown summit tip peak zenith apex pinnacle height elevation vertex acme climax culmination sum

Synonyms by register

Formal

advantage benefit merit strength

Informal

plus pro good thing bright side

Literary

boon blessing

Antonyms

downside disadvantage drawback negative weakness flaw shortcoming

Common collocations

  • upside potential
  • upside risk
  • upside down
  • the upside is
  • on the upside
  • significant upside

Word family

noun upside
adjective upside-down

Usage note

Often used to refer to the positive aspect or advantage of a situation. Can also mean the top side, as in 'upside down'.

Example sentences

  1. The bird perched on the upside of the branch.
  2. The astronaut looked down at the upside of the Earth from space.
  3. The cup was turned upside down.
  4. I like to put my ice cream toppings on the upside of the cone.
  5. The upside of the mountain was covered in snow.

Quotes

  • Look at the upside of things, not the downside.
  • Every cloud has a silver upside.
  • The upside to failure is the opportunity to learn from your mistakes.

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