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upgrade

[uhp-greyd, uhp-greyd, uhp-greyd, uhp-greyd] / ˈʌpˌgreɪd, ˈʌpˈgreɪd, ʌpˈgreɪd, ˈʌpˌgreɪd /
VERB
improve
Synonyms
STRONGEST
boost enhance increase promote raise
STRONG
advance better elevate lift progress
WEAK
make better make strides move up
Antonyms
STRONGEST
decrease diminish hurt lower reduce
STRONG
demote depress deteriorate drop retreat retrogress stop

Example Sentences

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There could be potential for an upgrade to group sales guidance at the results, the bank says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

The downgrade comes after several analysts moved to upgrade Arm shares in recent weeks.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

Last year, she voted against a $2.6-billion upgrade of the Convention Center, citing similar long-term cost concerns.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Estate agents in the area said the Metro upgrade to the core valley railway lines had made Cardiff "more accessible" for people who rely on public transport to commute to work.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

I hope they get to upgrade those supports soon.

From "Legend" by Marie Lu