upgradeable
|up/grade/a/ble|
B2
/ʌpˈɡreɪ.də.bəl/
(upgrade)
improvement to a higher level
Etymology
Etymology Information
'upgrade' originates from the English word 'grade,' where 'up-' meant 'to a higher level.'
Historical Evolution
The term 'upgrade' evolved from the concept of 'grading' or 'ranking' something higher.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to raise to a higher grade or rank,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being improved or enhanced to a higher standard or level.
The software is upgradeable to the latest version.
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Last updated: 2025/01/20 19:27