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to work up
[phrase form: work]
01
to gradually but consistently strive to achieve something or make something happen
Example
The team is steadily working up enthusiasm for the event.
The team is working up enthusiasm for the event.
Work up your stamina for the marathon.
02
to cause someone to feel upset or emotional
Example
The harsh criticism worked up a feeling of inadequacy in the artist.
The sudden loss worked up a wave of grief in the community.
The political debate worked up strong emotions on both sides.
03
to improve a skill, idea, or project by putting effort
Example
The students are working up their presentation skills for the upcoming event.
Taking on new responsibilities can work up leadership skills.
Facing adversity can work up inner strength and determination.
04
to produce new ideas or plans
Example
She worked up a plan for the community outreach program.
The committee is working up the agenda for the meeting.
Can you work up a plan for the upcoming event?
05
to actively strengthen something
Example
The challenging task worked up a feeling of accomplishment.
The competition worked up a spirit of friendly rivalry.
The motivational speech worked up enthusiasm in the crowd.
Example
The team is steadily working up enthusiasm for the event.
The team is working up enthusiasm for the event.
Work up your stamina for the marathon.
Work up your skills before taking on complex tasks.
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