Synonyms of upheave

upheave

verb

ˌəp-ˈhēv 

as in to heave

to lift with effort

exactly how the builders of the pyramids at Giza upheaved such massive blocks of stone remains a mystery

Synonyms & Similar Words

• heave
• hoist
• boost
• raise
• jack (up)
• heft
• uplift
• elevate
• hike
• up
• upraise
• rear
• uprear
• pick up

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• drop
• lower
• depress
• sink
• submerge
• submerse

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of upheave

Manchester by the Sea follows Massachusetts handyman Lee (Casey Affleck), whose life is upheaved by overwhelming personal tragedies. — Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 3 Apr. 2023

While Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has continually pledged to upheave the country's judiciary, numerous protests have been seen against the action in cities across Israel. — Justin Klawans, The Week, 12 Feb. 2023

Watch Out For The Big Grrrls managed to upheave multi-year reality winner RuPaul’s Drag Race. — Rivea Ruff, Essence, 12 Sep. 2022

However, after finishes of third and second in the past two seasons, Kamara believes Pochettino sees no reason to upheave his squad, despite critics arguing the Lilywhites could fall behind their rivals. — SI.com, 28 July 2017