Definitions

1. verb

to turn or throw something upside down; to overthrow or bring down

“The new policy aims to upend the current education system.”

2. verb

to cause something to lose its position or status

“The scandal has upended the company’s reputation.”

3. verb

to change the direction or course of something

“The new development will upend the community’s traditional way of life.”

4. noun

the act of turning or throwing something upside down

“The upend of the old regime was a significant turning point in history.”