Synonyms for

Upstairs

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

Definition

located or situated on a higher floor or level of a building

Synonyms & similar words

downstairs upstair upthestairs onahigherfloor above upward upwardly upwards aloft overhead elevated topside skyward up

Synonyms by register

Formal

above higher

Informal

upstairs upstairs

Literary

upper level higher floor

Antonyms

downstairs below underneath lower ground floor

Common collocations

  • go upstairs
  • live upstairs
  • upstairs window
  • upstairs bedroom
  • upstairs neighbor
  • upstairs hall
  • upstairs apartment

Word family

adjective upstairs
adverb upstairs

Usage note

Primarily used as an adverb to indicate a location on a higher floor. Can also function as an adjective.

Example sentences

  1. I am going upstairs to bed.
  2. The upstairs is where the bedrooms are.
  3. Upstairs in the attic, there were old toys.
  4. The upstairs bathroom has a big bathtub.
  5. I heard a noise coming from upstairs.

Quotes

  • "I'm sorry, I wasn't listening, I was thinking about something upstairs." - Homer Simpson
  • "When I go to a hotel, I always request a room on the top floor - one, it's usually quieter; and two, you can see a better view." - Magic Johnson
  • "I'm a loft person. I've always lived in lofts. I have a nice upstairs, and I have a downstairs where I keep all my crap." - Ellen DeGeneres

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