above

B1
Pronunciation
/əˈbʌv/
/əˈbʌv/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Heaven.

2 Definition

Something, especially a person's name in legal documents, that appears higher on the same page or on a preceding page.

3 Definition

Higher authority.

4 Definition

Betterment, raised status or condition.

Adjective
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Of heaven; heavenly.

2 Definition

(by ellipsis) Being located higher on the same page or on a preceding page.

Adverb
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

Directly overhead; vertically on top of.

2 Definition

Higher in the same page; earlier in the order as far as writing products go.

3 Definition

Into or from heaven; in the sky.

Example Sentences
  • He's in a better place now, floating free as the clouds above.
4 Definition

In a higher place; upstairs; farther upstream.

5 Definition

Higher in rank, power, or position.

Example Sentences
  • He appealed to the court above.
6 Definition

In addition.

7 Definition

More in number.

8 Definition

Above zero; above freezing.

Example Sentences
  • It was a cold day at only 5 above.
9 Definition

On the upper half or the dorsal surface of an animal.

Example Sentences
  • The sparrow I saw was rufous above and off-white below.
Preposition
12 definition(s)
1 Definition

Physically over; on top of; worn on top of, said of clothing.

Example Sentences
  • He always put his coat on above his sweater.
2 Definition

In or to a higher place; higher than; on or over the upper surface.

Antonyms
below beneath
3 Definition

Farther north than.

Example Sentences
  • Idaho is above Utah.
4 Definition

Rising; appearing out of reach height-wise.

5 Definition

Higher than; superior to in any respect; surpassing; higher in measure, degree, volume, or pitch, etc. than; out of reach; not exposed to; not likely to be affected by; incapable of negative actions or thoughts.

Example Sentences
  • Even the chief of police is not above suspicion.
6 Definition

Higher in rank, status, or position.

Example Sentences
  • to stand head and shoulders above the rest
7 Definition

In addition to; besides.

Example Sentences
  • above and beyond the call of duty
8 Definition

Surpassing in number or quantity; more than.

Example Sentences
  • That amount is way above our asking price.
9 Definition

In preference to.

10 Definition

Too proud to stoop to; averse to; disinclined towards;

Example Sentences
  • The owner was above taking more than a token salary.
11 Definition

Beyond; on the other side.

12 Definition

Upstage of.