upthrust Meaning & Definition
What Does Upthrust Mean?
Upthrust is used as a noun meaning An upward thrust. It can also mean Buoyancy. As a verb, it means To thrust something upwards.
Upthrust at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | upheaval, uplift and upthrow |
| Plural | upthrusts |
Upthrust Definition (Noun)
- An upward thrust.
- Buoyancy.
- An upward movement of part of the Earth's crust.
Upthrust as a Verb
- To thrust something upwards.
- To be thrust upwards.
Synonyms of Upthrust
Upthrust synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
upthrust (countable and uncountable, plural upthrusts)
upthrust (third-person singular simple present upthrusts, present participle upthrusting, simple past and past participle upthrust or upthrusted)
Origin of Upthrust
From up- + thrust.
Frequently Asked Questions About Upthrust
Is upthrust a noun or a verb?
Upthrust is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for upthrust?
Close synonyms of upthrust are upheaval, uplift and upthrow. See the full list of upthrust synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of upthrust?
The plural of upthrust is upthrusts.