upturn

/ˈʌp.tɝn/

UK: /ˈʌp.tɜːn/

ɅP · tɝn (2 syllables)

English Noun

Definition

An upward turn or trend, especially in business activity or profit.

Etymology

From Middle English upturnen, equivalent to up- + turn.

Example Sentences

"Near-synonyms: increase; improvement"