Up there Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Physical Height Use when talking about something located at a higher elevation or upwards. I can see the eagle up there in the tree. Pro Tip 2/3Not Literal Can be metaphorical, for something high in value or status, not just physical place. His ideas are really up there in value. Pro Tip 3/3Directional Clue Often suggests looking or going upwards or to a higher position. Hang the picture up there, above the couch.