Upright
(adjective)
- Vertically straight.
- Moral and honest.
Origin:
Derived from the old english word "uprihte", which meant standing up straight.
Examples:
- She stood upright with her head held high.
- He was an upright person and always did what was right.
- The picture was hanging upright on the wall.
- The tree was standing upright in the wind.
- The company is known for its upright business practices.