Definition

Describing something that has received a higher evaluation or improved status compared to its previous rating.

Example

The uprated engine provides better performance and efficiency than the old model.

Conversation

Hey, did you hear that the movie got uprated after the reviews came out?

Really? I thought it was already highly rated before!

Yeah, it seems like more people loved it than expected.

That's awesome! I definitely want to check it out now.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To increase the rating or value of something, often in terms of performance or quality.

Example

The engine was uprated to improve its efficiency and power output.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear they uprated the software on your phone?

Yeah, I noticed it had some new features after the update.

I wonder if it really makes a difference, though.

Root Explanation

Uprated → It is formed from "up-" (meaning higher or increased) and "rate" (from Old French *rate*, meaning to assess or evaluate) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating past tense or completed action). The word "uprated" means to have been assessed or evaluated at a higher level or value.

Memory Tip

Think of 'up-' meaning higher and 'rate' meaning to assess — so when something is uprated, it has been assessed at a higher value.

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