UPBEAT

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Scrabble letter values: U1P3B3E1A1T1 = 10

Definition

  1. adjective pleasantly (even unrealistically) optimistic. — synonyms: cheerful, pollyannaish
  2. noun a contented state of being happy and healthy and prosperous. — synonyms: wellbeing, well-being, welfare, eudaemonia, eudaimonia
  3. noun an unaccented beat (especially the last beat of a measure). — synonyms: offbeat

Examples

  • “the town was finally on the upbeat after our recent troubles”
  • “The conductor said: I give you three beats for nothing and then you come in on the upbeat.”
  • “The notes are easy, but it's an upbeat tune and should be played fairly quickly.”

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