Upbreak

Pronunciation: /ˈʌpbɹik/

Upbreak (verb)

  1. To break or crack in an upward direction.

Examples

  • The rock will upbreak if enough pressure is applied from below.
  • The rock will upbreak when enough pressure is applied.

Common collocations: upbreak a barrier, upbreak the surface

Synonyms of Upbreak

Neutral

Antonyms of Upbreak

  • — refers to a decline or decrease in something.