Definition

A large or sudden increase or accumulation of something, often causing disruption or change.

Example

The upheaping of the old policies led to significant changes in the organization.

Conversation

I heard there was an upheaping of new books at the library this week.

Really? That sounds exciting!

Yeah, I can't wait to check out the latest additions.

Let's go together and see what we can find.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Upheaping → It is formed from "up" (meaning to a higher place) and "heap" (from Old English "heap", meaning a pile or mound) with the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process of). The word "upheaping" refers to the action of piling something up to a higher position or creating a large pile.

Memory Tip

Think of raising a "heap" (a pile) to a "higher place" (up) — that's what upheaping means.

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