Uphill ( adverb , adjective )

(As an adverb)

Uphill ( adverb )

1. Toward or on an upward slope or incline.
2. Against the natural direction of movement.

Origin:

The word "uphill" is derived from the old english word "uphol", which means "on high".

Examples:

1. The hikers had to climb uphill for miles to reach the summit.
2. It was an uphill battle for the team trying to come back from a deficit.
3. The cyclist had to ride uphill to get to the top of the mountain.
4. The road ahead was uphill and treacherous.
5. The skier had to ski uphill to reach the top of the slope.

(As an adjective)

Uphill ( adjective )

1. Toward or on an upward slope or incline.
2. Against the natural direction of movement.

Origin:

The word "uphill" is derived from the old english word "uphol", which means "on high".

Examples:

1. The hikers had to climb uphill for miles to reach the summit.
2. It was an uphill battle for the team trying to come back from a deficit.
3. The cyclist had to ride uphill to get to the top of the mountain.
4. The road ahead was uphill and treacherous.
5. The skier had to ski uphill to reach the top of the slope.