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Vocabulary Entry
above
|adverb • preposition • noun • verb
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A
adverb
At a higher level or position.
Example Sentences
"The helicopter flew above the city."
"The temperature is above average this week."
"She held the trophy above her head."
P
preposition
In a higher place than; over.
Example Sentences
"The painting hangs above the fireplace."
"There is a bridge above the water."
"The stars shine above the clouds."
N
noun
A position higher than another position.
Example Sentences
"The company's profits are above what we expected."
"He has a rank above his colleagues."
"Her performance was above average."
V
verb
To surpass or exceed in a specified regard.
Example Sentences
"She aboves all her competitors in skill."
"His achievements above the rest are commendable."
"The new design aboves the previous one in popularity."