What does "upside" mean?

1. (positive aspect) the good part of a situation that might otherwise be bad or difficult. 2. (financial growth) the possibility for a price or value to increase. 3. (the top part) the side of something that is facing up.

How do you use "upside"?

Often used with 'potential' or 'limited'.

upside

US //ˈəpˈsaɪd// UK //ˈʌpsaɪd// up·side

1 positive aspect (n.)
B2 Upper Intermediate Informal

the good part of a situation that might otherwise be bad or difficult.

the advantageous or positive aspect of a situation, particularly one that also carries significant disadvantages.

Example

The job involves a long commute, but the upside is the much higher salary.

Example

While the restructuring will be painful for many departments, the upside is a leaner organization capable of responding faster to market shifts.
- advantage
- benefit
- plus side
- downside
- disadvantage
2 financial growth (n.)
C1 Advanced Technical Finance

the possibility for a price or value to increase.

the potential for an increase in value or price, especially in a financial market context.

Example

Analysts believe there is still some upside for the company's stock price this year.

Example

Despite the recent volatility, the fund manager remains optimistic about the long-term upside of emerging market equities.

Usage

Often used with 'potential' or 'limited'.
- potential
- growth
- downside risk

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3 the top part (n.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

the side of something that is facing up.

the uppermost side or portion of an object.

Example

The upside of the leaf was a much darker green than the bottom.

Example

The upside of the fabric has a slight sheen that is not present on the reverse side.
- top
- surface
- underside

Origin

From up + side.

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