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Upgrading

9 lettersverbcommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

Present participle of upgrade; the act of raising something to a higher standard, improving quality or functionality. Commonly used in technology, travel, and product contexts.

The IT department is upgrading all computers to the latest operating system.

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up·grad·ing

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Contains 'up-' prefix and 'grade' root; '-ing' suffix

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14 points; technology and improvement vocabulary

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