格かく上うえ

noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'

higher rank; superior position

Used for someone or something of higher status, rank, or ability. Often contrasted with 格下 (かくした).

See also: 格下

• 彼かれは格かく上うえの相あい手てに勝かった。

  He beat a higher-ranked opponent.