Above
(
adverb
,
preposition
)
(As an adverb)
Above ( adverb )
- In a higher position than.
- Over or higher than (something else) in the same plane.
- Higher in rank, power, or authority than.
- Superior to in some respect; outstripping.
- More than (a specified number or quantity).
Origin:
Derived from the old english word 'abufan' which means 'over, on, or upon'.
Examples:
- The bird flew above the trees.
- The picture was hanging above the fireplace.
- She was above his league.
- His salary was above average.
- He was above the age limit.
(As a preposition)
Above ( preposition )
- In a higher position than.
- Over or higher than (something else) in the same plane.
- Higher in rank, power, or authority than.
- Superior to in some respect; outstripping.
- More than (a specified number or quantity).
Origin:
Derived from the old english word 'abufan' which means 'over, on, or upon'.
Examples:
- The bird flew above the trees.
- The picture was hanging above the fireplace.
- She was above his league.
- His salary was above average.
- He was above the age limit.