upright
Translation
upright, vertical, honest, honourable
Examples
Please remain in an upright position.
Please remain in an upright position.
He is known as an upright citizen.
He is known as an upright citizen.
The piano is an upright model.
The piano is an upright model.
Grammar Patterns
((upright)) + noun in a vertical position; honest She has an upright character.
be + ((upright)) to be vertical The pole must be perfectly upright.
Similar Words
Synonyms: vertical, erect, honest; Antonyms: horizontal, dishonest
Etymology
From 'up' and 'right' (in the sense of straight). It means straight up, both physically and morally.
Memory Tips
Think of standing 'up' 'right' (straight). This applies to posture and to moral character.