Above (Adverb)

Meaning ¹

In or to a place that is higher.

Examples

• The airplane soared above the fluffy white clouds.
• The picture was hung above the fireplace.
• The balloon floated gently above the ground.
• The mountaineer climbed above the tree line.
• The city skyline rose above the horizon.

Synonyms

• In A Higher Place
• Higher Up
• To A Higher Place

Antonyms

• Below

Meaning ²

(in writing) at an earlier place; "see above".

Examples

• Please refer to the description of the project outlined above for more information.
• As stated above, all applicants must submit their forms by the end of the month.
• For further clarification on this point, see the details above regarding eligibility requirements.
• A more detailed explanation of this process can be found above under the heading 'Instructions'.
• For the specific terms and conditions, see the section above titled 'Disclaimer'.

Synonyms

• Supra

Antonyms

• Below