uptake
3 synonyms for uptake, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The ability to understand or grasp something quickly.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use uptake
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
quick on the uptake
slow on the uptake
uptake of a new technology
Etymology
From Middle English uptaken, "to take up" — built from up + take.
Full origin of uptake →Frequently asked questions
What does “uptake” mean?
The word “uptake” means the ability to understand or grasp something quickly. In plain terms, how quickly someone understands something, how much something absorbs, or how widely something gets adopted, depending on context.
How do you pronounce “uptake”?
“Uptake” is pronounced UHP-tayk (/ˈʌpteɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “uptake” in a sentence?
Here is “uptake” used in a sentence: “He's quick on the uptake and rarely needs things explained twice.”
What part of speech is “uptake”?
“Uptake” is a noun.
Where does the word “uptake” come from?
The word “uptake” comes from Middle English. From Middle English uptaken, "to take up" — built from up + take.
Is “uptake” a common word?
“Uptake” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “uptake” have?
“Uptake” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the ability to understand or grasp something quickly.
