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Downright

Downright adjective - Being or characterized by direct, brief, and potentially rude speech or manner.
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Upright and downright are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Upright" instead an adjective "Downright".

Upright

Upright adjective - Conforming to a high standard of morality or virtue.
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Downright and upright are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Downright" instead an adjective "Upright".
Nearby Words: uprightness, uprightly

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  • Likewise, the song Stand To Your Glasses, a WWI combat pilot song, which has downright miserable lyrics but very upright and jolly melody.
    Source: Lyrical Dissonance / Other
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Upright and Downright. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 21, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/downright/upright
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