upward direction
noun phraseUK /ˈʌpwəd dəˈrɛkʃən/
US /ˈʌpwərd dəˈrɛkʃən/
The way that points toward the top or the sky.
The balloon floated in an upward direction.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A trend of getting better or increasing.
The company's sales moved in an upward direction.
3. The path or course that leads to a higher place.
The trail goes in an upward direction toward the peak.
4. A movement toward a higher rank or level.
Her career took an upward direction after the promotion.