upgrades 1 of 2

noun

Definition of upgradesnext
plural of upgrade
1
as in hills
an upward slope had to walk our bicycle on the upgrades on our ride through the hills

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2
as in promotions
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position received an upgrade to lieutenant

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3
as in slopes
the degree to which something rises up from a position level with the horizon there's a steep upgrade to some of the hills on that route

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upgrades

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of upgrade
1
as in promotes
to move higher in rank or position upgraded them to first class

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2
as in improves
to make better that restaurant had better upgrade its service—and fast—if it wants to stay in business

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upgrades
  1. promotions
  2. promotes
  3. improves
  4. advancements
  5. elevates
  6. enhances
  7. inclinations
Noun
  • Shakespeare, affectionately known as ‘Two Balls Shakey’ because of his penchant for holding a ball under each arm in training and during warm-up drills, contributed hugely to two promotions from League One in 2009 and the Championship in 2014, the great escape of 2015 and the 5000-1 title success.
    Rob Tanner, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • To keep good people around, data centers must also offer internal promotions and other growth opportunities.
    Andrew Schaap, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of promotions
Verb
  • Illinois Venturing to Chicago for holiday cheer is ideal as the city’s design promotes walkability and convenience.
    Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Company leaders would benefit from understanding that developing EQ skills, such as empathy, self-awareness, decision-making and providing feedback, not only promotes the well-being of the employees, but also directly impacts productivity and the bottom line.
    Forbes, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of promotes
Verb
  • The National Institute of Health reports that sleep improves memory, sharpens decision-making, and enhances problem-solving skills.
    Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Research highlights that taking intentional breaks fosters well-being, improves performance, and enhances long-term decision-making.
    Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of improves
Noun
  • Recent advancements in deciphering spam through AI have led to improvements, and there is potential for significant spam reduction in the near future.
    Zak Doffman, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This achievement underscores the nation's ongoing energy dominance, driven by technological advancements and strategic infrastructure investments.
    Robert Rapier, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of advancements
Verb
  • True partner marketing requires unique positioning that elevates the partnership to more than the sum of its parts.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Why Year-End Feedback Matters The end of the year is a natural time for reflection, but feedback elevates that reflection into actionable growth.
    Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of elevates
Verb
  • The watch is paired with a white rubber strap which enhances the contrast even further.
    Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The National Institute of Health reports that sleep improves memory, sharpens decision-making, and enhances problem-solving skills.
    Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of enhances
Noun
  • Bottega Veneta became a mainstay in the global fashion industry due to the designer’s creative inclinations and his striking campaigns.
    Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Einstein’s first inclinations about the idea can also be found in his letters to Marić.
    Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 4 Dec. 2024
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