Upbeat: meaning, definitions and examples

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upbeat

[ ˈʌpˌbiːt ]

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positive mood

Having a positive and cheerful attitude; optimistic and enthusiastic.

Synonyms

buoyant, cheerful, enthusiastic, optimistic, positive

Examples of usage

She always has an upbeat outlook on life.
Despite the challenges, he remained upbeat and motivated.
The upbeat music lifted everyone's spirits.
I appreciate your upbeat attitude during difficult times.
His upbeat personality is contagious.

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music

The unaccented part of a measure in music; the last beat of the measure.

Synonyms

backbeat, offbeat, syncopation

Examples of usage

The song has a strong upbeat that makes you want to dance.
The upbeat creates a sense of anticipation in the music.

Translations

Translations of the word "upbeat" in other languages:

🇵🇹 animado

🇮🇳 उत्साहित

🇩🇪 beschwingt

🇮🇩 ceria

🇺🇦 бадьорий

🇵🇱 radosny

🇯🇵 陽気な (ようきな)

🇫🇷 enjoué

🇪🇸 animado

🇹🇷 neşeli

🇰🇷 명랑한

🇸🇦 مبتهج

🇨🇿 rozjásaný

🇸🇰 veselý

🇨🇳 欢快的 (huānkǎi de)

🇸🇮 živahen

🇮🇸 kátur

🇰🇿 көңілді

🇬🇪 მხიარული

🇦🇿 şən

🇲🇽 animado

Word origin

The word 'upbeat' originated in the mid-19th century from the combination of 'up' and 'beat'. It initially referred to the last beat of a measure in music, before evolving to also describe a positive and cheerful attitude. The term has since become commonly used in both musical and everyday contexts to convey optimism and enthusiasm.