Definitions
How to pronounce above:
Above - as a noun
An earlier section of a written text
Example: "For instructions refer to the above"
Above - as an adverb
(in writing) at an earlier place
Example: "See above"
In or to a place that is higher
Above - as an adjective satellite
Appearing earlier in the same text
Example: "Flaws in the above interpretation"
Above - as an adjective
Of heaven; heavenly.
(by ellipsis) being located higher on the same page or on a preceding page.
Above - as a preposition
Physically over; on top of; worn on top of, said of clothing.
Example: "He always put his coat on above his sweater."
In or to a higher place; higher than; on or over the upper surface.
Farther north than.
Example: "Idaho is above utah."
Rising; appearing out of reach height-wise.
Higher than; superior to in any respect; surpassing; higher in measure, degree, volume, or pitch, etc. than; out of reach; not exposed to; not likely to be affected by; incapable of negative actions or thoughts.
Example: "Even the chief of police is not above suspicion."
Higher in rank, status, or position.
Example: "To stand head and shoulders above the rest"
In addition to; besides.
Example: "Above and beyond the call of duty"
Surpassing in number or quantity; more than.
Example: "That amount is way above our asking price."
In preference to.
Too proud to stoop to; averse to; disinclined towards;
Example: "The owner was above taking more than a token salary."
Beyond; on the other side.
Upstage of.
Example Sentences
Word Game Points
ABOVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
ABOVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
ABOVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
