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Upstanding Meaning in English

word

ˈəpˌstændɪŋ
up-STAN-ding
ʌpstˈændɪŋ
up-STAN-ding

释义

Describes a person who is honest, moral, and always does the right thing.

用法与细微差别

Mainly formal; often used to praise someone's character or as part of 'upstanding citizen'. Rare in casual speech; suggests both honesty and respect in society.

例句

Despite the temptation, she remained upstanding and refused the bribe.

natural

He is an upstanding member of the community.

basic

Everyone trusts her because she is very upstanding.

basic

The award goes to an upstanding student.

basic

Our city needs more upstanding citizens like her.

natural

You can always count on him to do the upstanding thing.

natural