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Definition up to something in American English

up to something phrase

phrase
1

used for saying the most that an amount can be, or what level it can reach

Example

Some dinosaurs were up to twenty-seven meters long.

Example

Children are forced to work up to 19 hours a day, 7 days a week in the factories.

Example

We can guarantee 90 percent of a bank loan up to $300,000.

Synonyms and related words
majority most maximum
2

used for stating a particular standard something can reach

Example

Employees face dismissal if they fail to match up to the standards set by the company.

Example

I'm afraid the play wasn't up to our expectations.

Synonyms and related words
sheer underlying quantifiable
3

doing something wrong or secret

Example

When he's quiet like this, I know he's up to something.

Example

I wondered what my daughter was really up to.

Example

I don't know what they're doing but I'm sure they're up to no good.

Synonyms and related words
evil wicked gross
4

well enough, strong enough, or good enough to do something

Example

She's supposed to leave the hospital tomorrow, but I don't think she's up to it.

Example

He's not really up to the job.

Example

I don't think I'm up to doing a ten-mile walk.

Synonyms and related words
skillful able capable
Definition up to something in American English