upper

B2 · Upper Intermediate

adj. having a higher rank or status in a group or company.

adj. denoting a higher rank, status, or position within a social or professional hierarchy.

日本語:上※

“She was promoted to an upper management position last month.”

“Decisions regarding the merger were restricted to upper management to prevent leaks to the press.”

B1 · Intermediate

adj. describing a part of a river or land that is further from the sea or further north.

adj. referring to a region that is further inland, at a higher elevation, or more northerly within a specific territory.

“They spent their holiday exploring the upper reaches of the Amazon river.”

“The upper valley remains sparsely populated due to the harsh winters and difficult terrain.”

C1 · Advanced Science Technical · Academic

adj. describing a more recent period of time in the Earth's history.

adj. designating a later or more recent division of a geological period or archaeological stage.

“Scientists found new fossils from the Upper Cretaceous period.”

“The Upper Palaeolithic saw a significant increase in the complexity of stone tool technology and artistic expression.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. the top part of a shoe that covers the foot.

n. the part of a shoe or boot above the sole.

“The leather uppers of these boots are very soft and comfortable.”

“The cobbler explained that while the soles were worn out, the suede uppers were still in excellent condition.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Medicine Informal · Slang

n. a drug that makes you feel very energetic and awake.

n. a stimulant drug, such as an amphetamine, that increases physiological or nervous activity.

“He started taking uppers to stay awake during the long night shifts.”

“The patient admitted to a history of using uppers to cope with the demanding schedule of the music industry.”