Be Above

Pronunciation: /bi əˈbʌv/

Definitions of be above

verb action word that denotes existence or a state of being

Example Sentences

A1 I am above the age limit to enter the club.

A2 She is above me in the hierarchy at work.

B1 It is important to be above petty arguments in a professional setting.

B2 As a manager, you should be above favoritism and treat all employees fairly.

C1 In order to be above reproach, one must always act with integrity and honesty.

C2 A true leader must be above personal gain and always prioritize the well-being of their team.

Examples of be above in a Sentence

formal It is important for a professional to always be above reproach in their conduct.

informal I think it's best to just be above all the drama and focus on your own goals.

slang She always tries to be above the haters and just keep doing her thing.

figurative Sometimes it feels like the clouds are so low, you could almost reach up and be above them.

Grammatical Forms of be above

• past tense: was above
• plural: are above
• comparative: higher above
• superlative: highest above
• present tense: is above
• future tense: will be above
• perfect tense: has been above
• continuous tense: is being above
• singular: is above
• positive degree: above
• infinitive: to be above
• gerund: being above
• participle: been above

Origin and Evolution of be above

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The phrase 'be above' comes from Middle English, derived from the Old English word 'abufan' meaning 'on top of' or 'over'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the phrase 'be above' has evolved to convey the idea of being superior or morally better than something or someone. It is often used in a figurative sense to imply a sense of superiority or righteousness.