IPA: /ˈʌpˌsteɪdʒ/
KK: /ˈʌpˌsteɪdʒ/
adjective
Definition: Relating to the back part of a stage in a theater, or describing someone who is haughty or aloof.
Example: The actor stood upstage, making it hard for the audience to see him clearly.
adverb
Definition: In a direction toward the back of a stage or away from the audience in a theater setting.
Example: The actor moved upstage to give his co-star more space to perform.
noun
Definition: The area at the back of a stage that is farthest from the audience.
Example: The actors moved upstage to create more space for the scene.
transitive verb
Definition: To draw attention away from someone else, especially in a performance, by positioning oneself in a way that makes the other person less noticeable.
Example: During the play, she tried to upstage her co-star by speaking louder and moving around more.