Slang

upbeat

This page is about the slang term upbeat

Meaning

bright, cheerful

For example

  • The convention should have a lively, upbeat mood, so we need to start off with some upbeat music and an uplifting speech.

  • The movie tells an upbeat story about starting a new life in a new country and finding love and happiness there.

Quick Quiz

There was an upbeat atmosphere at the festival, and everyone seemed to be having

a. a terrible time

b. a great time

c. a lot to drink
a) a terrible time b) a great time c) a lot to drink

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Contributor: Matt Errey