Upbeat

Pronunciation

Alternative forms

• up-beat

Origin

- + beat

Full definition of upbeat

Adjective

1. Having a fast pace, tempo, or beat.The notes are easy, but it's an upbeat tune and should be played fairly quickly.
2. Having a positive, lively, or perky tone, attitude, etc.Though he had bad news, he ended with an upbeat forecast for the future.

Antonyms

• downbeat

Noun

1. An unaccented beat at the start of a musical phrase.

Anagrams

• beat up, beat-up