Vocabulary Entry

upstroke

|noun • verb

noun

An upward movement, especially in writing or drawing.

Example Sentences

"The upstroke in cursive writing helps connect the letters smoothly."

"He emphasizes the upstroke when practicing his calligraphy."

"The artist used an upstroke technique to create a flowing line in her painting."

verb

Example Sentences

"She will upstroke the pen to create an elegant curve."

"The dancer will upstroke her arms to mimic the graceful movements of a swan."

"You need to upstroke quickly to maintain the rhythm of the piece."