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above

The word “above” has 2 syllables: a-bove.

It's pronounced as /əˈbʌv/.

What is synonym and antonym for above?

In the thesaurus, “above” has 16 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for above along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for above

  • aforementioned
  • aforesaid
  • atop
  • bliss
  • exceeding
  • foregoing
  • heaven
  • over
  • overhead
  • preceding
  • raised
  • said
  • sky
  • such
  • upward
  • upwards

Antonyms for above

  • below
  • beneath
  • following
  • hell
  • perdition
  • subsequent
  • under

Meanings of above

  • noun
    1. Heaven.
    2. Something, especially a person's name in legal documents, that appears higher on the same page or on a preceding page.
    3. Higher authority.
    4. Betterment, raised status or condition.
  • adjective
    1. Of heaven; heavenly.
    2. (by ellipsis) Being located higher on the same page or on a preceding page.
  • adverb
    1. Directly overhead; vertically on top of.
    2. Higher in the same page; earlier in the order as far as writing products go.
    3. Into or from heaven; in the sky.
    4. In a higher place; upstairs; farther upstream.
    5. Higher in rank, power, or position.
    6. In addition.
    7. More in number.
    8. Above zero; above freezing.
    9. On the upper half or the dorsal surface of an animal.
  • preposition
    1. Physically over; on top of; worn on top of, said of clothing.
    2. In or to a higher place; higher than; on or over the upper surface.
    3. Farther north than.
    4. Rising; appearing out of reach height-wise.
    5. 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.
    6. Higher in rank, status, or position.
    7. In addition to; besides.
    8. Surpassing in number or quantity; more than.
    9. In preference to.
    10. Too proud to stoop to; averse to; disinclined towards;.
    11. Beyond; on the other side.
    12. Upstage of.

Example Sentences

  • The stars glittered brightly in the sky above us.
  • Please ensure that you keep safety above all else.
  • His dedication to excellence sets him apart from others above his peers.
  • The painting hung above the fireplace, adding warmth to the room.
  • The mountain peak soared high above the clouds, offering breathtaking views.

On this page you'll find 23 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to above, such as: aforementioned, aforesaid, atop, below, beneath, bliss, exceeding.

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