Synonyms for

Uptown

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

Definition

located in or characteristic of the upper part of a town or city

Synonyms & similar words

downtown downtown metropolis city CBD hub center heart

Synonyms by register

Formal

northern districts upper part of town higher elevation areas

Informal

the rich side the fancy part up north

Literary

the heights the elevated quarters

Antonyms

downtown south lower central midtown inner-city

Common collocations

  • living uptown
  • moving uptown
  • going uptown
  • work uptown
  • uptown girl
  • uptown funk
  • uptown energy

Word family

adjective uptown
adverb uptown

Usage note

Primarily used in American English, especially in cities like New York, to refer to the northern or more affluent residential areas. Can also refer to a more upscale or sophisticated style.

Example sentences

  1. We decided to take a cab uptown.
  2. I love the restaurants uptown.
  3. The uptown area is known for its historic buildings.
  4. I saw my old friend uptown yesterday.
  5. Let's go uptown and see a movie.

Quotes

  • "I'm taking the next train uptown," said Tom.
  • "I feel like going uptown," she said.
  • "Everything that's great about this city is uptown."

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words