above

a-bove · preposition

imported

Definitions

preposition

  1. 1.

    In a higher position than; over.

  2. 2.

    Greater than in quantity, degree, or number.

  3. 3.

    Superior to in rank or status.

  4. 4.

    At or to a higher level or position.

  5. 5.

    Mentioned or appearing earlier in the same text.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    above all — Most importantly; especially.
  • •
    above board — Honest and legitimate.
  • •
    above and beyond — Exceeding expectations.
  • •
    over and above — In addition to.
  • •
    get above oneself — Become arrogant.

Related words

Antonyms: below, beneath, under
See also: below, beyond, over, under
Synonyms: beyond, higher than, over

Etymology

From Old English abufan, from a- ("on") + bufan ("above"), related to Old English be ("by") + ufan ("over").