Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

up front

[uhp-fruhnt] / ˈʌpˈfrʌnt /
ADJECTIVE
straightforward
Synonyms
Antonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

“We knew we were paying more up front, but it’d be valuable to us later. Those extra costs in the beginning mean we don’t have to deal with it now.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 9, 2026

They are a powerful side and skilful too, but key forward Ismael Saibari's injury is a blow too and I am not really sure if they can hurt France without him up front.

From BBC Jul. 8, 2026

Lithium-ion batteries are still cheaper, at least up front.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 8, 2026

Barnum, they were up front about it all.

From MarketWatch Jul. 2, 2026

“Mr. Fieldmouse, Mr. Churchmouse, up front with Constance, please.”

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Join 12,000,000 vocabulary learners

Start learning new words today on VocabTrainer.
You'll remember them forever.

Start training