upslope

/ˈʌpsloʊp/

Definitions

1. noun

the direction or side of a slope that faces upward.

“The hikers followed the trail up a steep upslope to reach the summit.”

2. adverb

in the direction of an upward slope.

“They climbed upslope to find a better view from the top of the hill.”

3. verb

to move or go upward on a slope.

“The skiers began to upslide down the mountain, but then realized they needed to upslide back up to get to the chairlift.”

Synonyms

  • ascent
  • mount
  • rise

Antonyms

  • descent
  • downslope