upscale
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Adj — Expensive and aimed at wealthier customers.
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How to use upscale
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Etymology
From up + scale, first used as an adjective in 1966 and as a verb in 1963.
Full origin of upscale →Frequently asked questions
What does “upscale” mean?
The word “upscale” means expensive and aimed at wealthier customers. In plain terms, fancy and pricey, or to make something bigger/grander.
How do you pronounce “upscale”?
“Upscale” is pronounced UHPS-kayl (/ˈʌpskeɪl/ in IPA).
How do you use “upscale” in a sentence?
Here is “upscale” used in a sentence: “They opened an upscale restaurant downtown.”
What part of speech is “upscale”?
Depending on how it is used, “upscale” can be an adjective and a verb.
Where does the word “upscale” come from?
The word “upscale” dates back to around 1966. From up + scale, first used as an adjective in 1966 and as a verb in 1963.
Is “upscale” a common word?
“Upscale” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “upscale” have?
“Upscale” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: expensive and aimed at wealthier customers.