upon
English → English
(prep) a more formal word for 'on', used to show position or movement toward a surface
The king placed the golden crown upon the young prince's head during the ceremony.
(English) The king placed the golden crown upon the young prince's head during the ceremony.
The snow fell gently upon the frozen surface of the lake throughout the night.
(English) The snow fell gently upon the frozen surface of the lake throughout the night.
(prep) used to mean 'immediately after' a certain event, action, or time
Upon his arrival at the airport, the president was greeted by a large crowd of supporters.
(English) Upon his arrival at the airport, the president was greeted by a large crowd of supporters.
The contract will be signed upon the completion of the final inspection of the building.
(English) The contract will be signed upon the completion of the final inspection of the building.
Entry ID: en:en:upon · Source: refined · Type: vocabulary