uprightness

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the property of being upright in posture
  2. noun position at right angles to the horizon
  3. noun righteousness as a consequence of being honorable and honest

Etymology

From upright + -ness.

In classic literature

Synonyms

erectness

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