uphill
1 antonym for uphill — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adj — Going up a slope; located higher on a hill.
Antonyms
How to use uphill
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
uphill battle
uphill struggle
run uphill
Etymology
From up + hill.
Full origin of uphill →Frequently asked questions
What does “uphill” mean?
The word “uphill” means going up a slope; located higher on a hill. In plain terms, literally going up a slope, or figuratively describing a hard struggle.
How do you pronounce “uphill”?
“Uphill” is pronounced uhp-HIHL (/ʌpˈhɪl/ in IPA).
How do you use “uphill” in a sentence?
Here is “uphill” used in a sentence: “We cycled along an uphill stretch of road.”
What is the opposite of “uphill”?
The opposite of “uphill” — its antonyms — is downhill.
What part of speech is “uphill”?
Depending on how it is used, “uphill” can be an adjective and an adverb.
Is “uphill” a common word?
“Uphill” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “uphill” have?
“Uphill” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: going up a slope; located higher on a hill.
