ad. Towards a higher place; towards what is above.
ad. To a higher figure or amount.
ad. Towards something which is higher in order, larger, superior etc.
ad. Backwards in time, into the past.
ad. To or into later life.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
See upward.
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ad. spatially or metaphorically from a lower to a higher position
ad. to a later time
Word Usage
"We have conducted our Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) programs for parents in upwards of 150 public schools; as well as having more than 400 teachers earn masters credits upon completion of our Leadership Training for Teachers and Administrators."