Upgraded
/ˈʌpˌgreɪdɪd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Referring to a product, service, or status that has been improved or enhanced from a previous version, often in contractual or licensing contexts.
The software was upgraded to include additional security features.
- (v.) Past tense of upgrade; to improve or enhance the quality, status, or functionality of an asset or agreement.
The landlord upgraded the building to comply with new safety regulations.
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As 'upgraded' is commonly used both as a past tense verb and as an adjective, legal usage often depends on context; careful attention is needed to distinguish whether it describes an action taken or the resulting improved status.
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