Upend

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Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of upend

capsize
overturn
invert

Antonyms of upend

upright
stand
erect

Collocations of upend

traditional norms
Frequency: 70 %

The new policy upended traditional norms in the workplace.

political landscape
Frequency: 65 %

The scandal upended the political landscape of the country.

power dynamics
Frequency: 60 %

The unexpected resignation of the CEO upended the power dynamics within the company.

social hierarchy
Frequency: 50 %

The revolution upended the existing social hierarchy.

economic theories
Frequency: 45 %

The financial crisis upended traditional economic theories.

Idiomatic Expressions for upend

  • Phrase: upend the status quo
    Meaning: to disrupt or change the existing state of affairs
    Usage: The new policy upended the status quo and sparked a debate among the employees.