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Meaning of upper hand
having control or power over someone or something
Etymology of upper hand
The phrase "upper hand" originated in the mid-16th century, likely from the idea of having the upper or dominant hand in a physical struggle or contest
Historically, the phrase has been used to describe a position of power, control, or advantage over others, and has been used in various contexts, including sports, politics, and social relationships
Synonyms
advantage
benefit
dominance
supremacy
control
power
authority
ascendancy
superiority
preeminence
dominance
uppermost
highest
paramount
predominant
prevailing
ruling
regnant
sovereign
commanding
leading
superior
dominant
overriding
overruling
supreme
sovereign
authoritative
influential
potent
mighty
powerful
strong
formidable
forceful
compelling
persuasive
effective
decisive
conclusive
dominant
leading
guiding
directing
governing
ruling
controlling
commanding
dominant
uppermost
highest
paramount
predominant
prevailing
ruling
regnant
sovereign
Definitions
- A position of power or advantage over others
- * A state of having control or dominance over someone or something
Usage Examples
- The company gained the upper hand in the market after releasing their new product
- * She had the upper hand in the negotiation and was able to secure a better deal
- * The team took the upper hand in the game, scoring several goals in the first half
Antonyms
disadvantage
weakness
inferiority
subordination
powerlessness
helplessness
subjugation
oppression
domination
subjection
enslavement
captivity
confinement
restraint
limitation
restriction
disability
handicap
impediment
obstruction
hindrance
barrier
setback
reverse
defeat
loss
failure
decline
downfall
ruin
destruction