upwards

Universal Words (especially BrE) (also upward especially in AmE) adverb 1 towards a higher place or position: A flight of steps led upwards to the front door. * Place your hands on the table with the palms facing upwards. * The corners of her mouth curved upwards in amusement. OPPDOWNWARDS 2 towards a higher amount or price: Bad weather forced the price of fruit upwards. * The budget has been revised upwards. OPPDOWNWARDS 3 ~ of sth more than the amount or number mentioned: You should expect to pay upwards of ｣50 for a hotel room.