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to move from a lower to a higher place or position
a mountain range that was uplifted millions of years ago by the collision of continental plates
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Recent Examples of uplifting
Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 17 Feb. 2026
On first spritz the rose and peach create a juicy, spring-like element that’s really uplifting and pleasant, while the woody base balances that out and adds a modern touch.
—Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 16 Feb. 2026
Even his 15-minute cameo during the uplifting 2-1 victory at Tottenham on Tuesday was poor, with the 25-year-old repeatedly ceding possession when Newcastle just needed to see the game out.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 15 Feb. 2026
Cupid and Psyche 85, in its sickly plastic way, is a profoundly uplifting record.
—Andy Cush, Pitchfork, 15 Feb. 2026
That said, Mike presents as an uplifting, jovial kind of guy.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 3 Feb. 2026
After a cold, dark winter, nothing feels more uplifting than decorating for spring with cheerful accents that signal sunnier days ahead.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2026
Collections and designers put their best foot forward, delivering high-caliber collections — some were uplifting, others were thought-provoking, most were both.
—Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 30 Jan. 2026
The baby-pink star of the long-running British children’s series Peppa Pig gives an upbeat update to Rihanna’s uplifting hit, which topped the Billboard Hot 100 for three weeks in 2012.
—Katie Atkinson, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2026
Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 24 Feb. 2026
Families can look forward to interactive activities, uplifting conversations and an engaging guest facilitator from SHINE Youth.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026
From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 14 Feb. 2026
The steady growth and dedication to uplifting strong women ultimately led to the partnership with Sergio Hudson, who consistently designs for empowering, confident women.
—Tara Larson, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
In the 1960s, The Windham Foundation (a philanthropic organization dedicated to preserving and uplifting rural life in Vermont) restored the property and company—in turn, the massive project revitalized the town.
—Megan Margulies, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2026
Camp Nizhoni display in Lincoln Hills exhibit CBS The new version of the exhibit prioritizes uplifting personal stories.
—Anna Alejo, CBS News, 7 Feb. 2026
The Cancer moon delivers uplifting encounters that are perfectly timed.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 31 Jan. 2026
She's dedicated to uplifting other Black writers, particularly in an industry that has a long way to go toward real equality.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Perhaps there’s some unseen optimism guiding Sarah, imbuing the film with a secretly uplifting quality, despite the gloomy subject matter.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 17 Feb. 2026
On first spritz the rose and peach create a juicy, spring-like element that’s really uplifting and pleasant, while the woody base balances that out and adds a modern touch.
—Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 16 Feb. 2026
Even his 15-minute cameo during the uplifting 2-1 victory at Tottenham on Tuesday was poor, with the 25-year-old repeatedly ceding possession when Newcastle just needed to see the game out.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 15 Feb. 2026
Cupid and Psyche 85, in its sickly plastic way, is a profoundly uplifting record.
—Andy Cush, Pitchfork, 15 Feb. 2026
That said, Mike presents as an uplifting, jovial kind of guy.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 3 Feb. 2026
After a cold, dark winter, nothing feels more uplifting than decorating for spring with cheerful accents that signal sunnier days ahead.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2026
Collections and designers put their best foot forward, delivering high-caliber collections — some were uplifting, others were thought-provoking, most were both.
—Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 30 Jan. 2026
The baby-pink star of the long-running British children’s series Peppa Pig gives an upbeat update to Rihanna’s uplifting hit, which topped the Billboard Hot 100 for three weeks in 2012.
—Katie Atkinson, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2026
Noun
While many praised his remarks for uplifting of immigrant communities at a time when they are increasingly being targeted by the federal government, others felt the musician had overlooked the history and experiences of Native Americans and Black Americans by not mentioning them.
—Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Verb
Due to the feelings-focused Moon in your 9th House of Journeys uplifting Pluto in your 5th House of Originality, play and discovery blend into progress.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 24 Feb. 2026
Families can look forward to interactive activities, uplifting conversations and an engaging guest facilitator from SHINE Youth.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026
From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 14 Feb. 2026
The steady growth and dedication to uplifting strong women ultimately led to the partnership with Sergio Hudson, who consistently designs for empowering, confident women.
—Tara Larson, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
In the 1960s, The Windham Foundation (a philanthropic organization dedicated to preserving and uplifting rural life in Vermont) restored the property and company—in turn, the massive project revitalized the town.
—Megan Margulies, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2026
Camp Nizhoni display in Lincoln Hills exhibit CBS The new version of the exhibit prioritizes uplifting personal stories.
—Anna Alejo, CBS News, 7 Feb. 2026
The Cancer moon delivers uplifting encounters that are perfectly timed.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 31 Jan. 2026
She's dedicated to uplifting other Black writers, particularly in an industry that has a long way to go toward real equality.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uplifting
Adjective
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Talking about death can be educational, empowering and inspiring.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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How inspiring for our young learners to see, in looking at Joe McKendry’s exquisite tableau, faces that reflect their own.—
The Atlantic,
The Atlantic,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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This game saw Saka return to the starting XI — but his deputy at right-wing, Madueke, continued his recent upturn in form.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
15 Feb. 2026
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Although quantifying morale and momentum is hard, by the end of 2025, the Democrats were enjoying an upturn in both.—
Mark Leibovich,
The Atlantic,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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All those paramedics and EMTs, lifting her from one gurney to another, into and out of an ambulance, onto and off a plane.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
22 Feb. 2026
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Instead, bringing a lightweight carry-on backpack as a personal item reduces lifting strain by splitting the weight while still maximizing storage.—
Julie Rousseau,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Trading in this quarter started in the late 1800s, and to this day boasts edifying buildings done in raw stone Qatari style.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Feb. 2026
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For two decades, this edifying A&E docuseries has been lifting the veil of investigative work during that critical time frame.—
James Mercadante,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Jan. 2026
Noun
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According to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and the water agency, the failure involved a 15-foot-diameter section of penstock pipe between a butterfly valve and a concrete thrust block before the pipe extended down a steep hillside to the powerhouse.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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The general thrust of the changes were to de-melodramatize Salieri’s action and to focus more attention on his guilt and metaphysical torment.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Casetta Group, known for elevating boutique hotels, acquired Casa Cody in 2017 and renovated the property in 2020—updating the rooms while maintaining the unique charm.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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Research shows that oral glutathione supplementation was effective in elevating reserve levels of GSH in the body which impacted immune function and levels of oxidative stress.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
21 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Among the more moving cases that Blair describes are those of people who in life were vulnerable and powerless but in death were considered formidable threats.—
Rivka Galchen,
New Yorker,
7 Jan. 2026
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The offense is considered a non-moving violation with no license points, though vehicles can be towed in some cases.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Yardeni included a chart of durable goods inflation to show just how much tariffs have added to the pain in the pocketbook, the first upsurge since pandemic-era inflation driven by supply-chain constraints.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
31 Dec. 2025
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The Georgia congresswoman said Trump’s rhetoric had led to an upsurge in threats against her, including an ominous warning of a pipe-bomb attack on her family business.—
Niall Stanage,
The Hill,
18 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Uplifting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uplifting. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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