Upswing: meaning, definitions and examples

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upswing

 

[ หˆสŒp.swษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

economic improvement

An upswing refers to a period of improvement or positive change in a particular situation, especially in economic or financial contexts. It indicates a shift towards growth, recovery, or an increase in activity levels after a decline.

Synonyms

improvement, increase, rebound, recovery

Examples of usage

  • The country is experiencing an upswing in its economy.
  • There was a notable upswing in sales during the holiday season.
  • Analysts predict an upswing in the job market next year.
Context #2 | Noun

general positive change

In a more general sense, an upswing can denote any positive change or enhancement in circumstances. This can apply to various fields, including personal growth, social conditions, or performance metrics.

Synonyms

advancement, ascent, boost, surge

Examples of usage

  • Her career took an upswing after she changed jobs.
  • The community saw an upswing in volunteer participation.
  • There has been an upswing in public interest for local events.

Translations

Translations of the word "upswing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น aumento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคคเฅเคฅเคพเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Aufschwung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kenaikan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทั€ะพัั‚ะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wzrost

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไธŠๆ˜‡

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท hausse

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ aumento

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท artฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ƒ์Šน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฒูŠุงุฏุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nรกrลฏst

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nรกrast

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธŠๅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ poveฤanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ aukning

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ำฉััƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ›แƒแƒฆแƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ artฤฑm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ aumento

Etymology

The term 'upswing' is derived from the prefix 'up-' meaning 'moving towards a higher position' combined with the noun 'swing', which originated in the 14th century to mean a 'curved motion' or 'a change from one position to another'. The use of 'upswing' in economic contexts traces back primarily to the mid-20th century, gaining traction during discussions of economic conditions and market trends. It evokes imagery of increases and rises, making it a fitting descriptor for moments of progress in various aspects of life. The word reflects a positive connotation, highlighting recovery or improvement, particularly after downturns or declines.