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upgrade
/əpˈɡɹeɪd/
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What does upgrade mean?
noun
- An upward grade or slope.
- An improved component or replacement item, usually applied to technology.
- An improvement.
More meanings (6)
verb
- To improve, usually applied to technology, generally by complete replacement of one or more components.
- To replace with something better.
- To improve the equipment or furnishings of or services rendered to.
- To improve in condition or status.
- To replace a program with a later version of itself, a version having a higher version number or marketed under a more recent product name.
adverb
- Up a slope or grade.
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IPA pronunciation
/əpˈɡɹeɪd/
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In recent years the government has encouraged foreign investment in order to upgrade hotels and other services.
But our fundamental goals must be to reduce dependency and upgrade the dignity of those who are infirm or disadvantaged.
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Over the longer-term, Bangkok must produce more college graduates with technical training and upgrade workers' skills to continue its rapid economic development.