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verb

(ˌ)əp-ˈlift How to pronounce uplift (audio)
Definition of upliftnext
as in to lift
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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uplift

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noun

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as in encouragement

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as in increase

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Recent Examples of uplift
Verb
To be opening the show on Dolly’s 81st birthday is not only a celebration of a milestone, but of a life shaped by generosity, courage, and purpose that, in this moment, feels not only uplifting and inspiring, but essential. — Greg Evans, Deadline, 7 July 2026 That includes delicious deals across lots of furniture and home decor, including bedroom pieces, outdoor gems, and ceramics to uplift any area of your home. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 6 July 2026
Noun
The potential jailbreaks that have been disclosed to us are either entirely benign responses or are minor findings that provide no Mythos-specific uplift. — Terrence O'Brien, The Verge, 13 June 2026 Formed from the uplift of igneous and metamorphic rock and carved by the Colorado River through erosion, the Grand Canyon remains one of America's natural treasures. — Alia Beard Rau, USA Today, 10 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for uplift
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uplift
  1. lift
  2. encouragement
  3. increase
  4. elevate
  5. inspiration
  6. strengthening
  7. raise
  8. relief
Verb
  • Messi and Argentina lifted the World Cup trophy, the first in Messi’s storied career, but the Frenchman went home with the Golden Boot.
    — Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026
  • The elevator has to be repaired and reinspected in order for the cease-use order to be lifted.
    — Alice Gainer, CBS News, 13 July 2026
Definition of lift
Noun
  • As for the here and now, England will take encouragement from Switzerland’s performance against Argentina.
    — Stuart James, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • That encouragement from Orlando’s new coaching staff under Sean Sweeney has translated to hard work on the court from Penda.
    — Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 July 2026
Definition of encouragement
Noun
  • The group, which has a team of volunteers dedicated to tracking immigration enforcement, has seen a noticeable increase in enforcement since January 2025.
    — Mathew Miranda July 9, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026
  • As the market scales and visibility increases, legislative frameworks are likely to follow.
    — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026
Definition of increase
Verb
  • Morocco are already Africa’s history makers, but one more win would elevate them beyond the continental lens they’ve been viewed through up until now.
    — Chris Evans, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
  • Here, two interior design experts share their go-to tricks for elevating your bathroom without overspending.
    — Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 8 July 2026
Definition of elevate
Noun
  • Krispy Kreme's newest flavor inspiration comes from Girl Scout Cookies.
    — Mike Snider, USA Today, 6 July 2026
  • Both teenagers, ages 13 and 14, have been riding for about three years, and look to their American hero JB Mauney for inspiration.
    — Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 5 July 2026
Definition of inspiration
Noun
  • This El Nino, which formed only last month, already zipped past the weak stage and is now considered moderate with no indications of slowing its strengthening, the government forecast said.
    — Seth Borenstein, Fortune, 9 July 2026
  • SheaMoisture’s Raw Shea Butter Deep Moisturizing Detangler combines the brand’s signature ingredient, shea butter (famed for its ability to lock in hydration), with vitamin-rich sea kelp and strengthening, shine-imparting argan oil.
    — Eden Stuart, Glamour, 7 July 2026
Definition of strengthening
Verb
  • Having one copy of the APOE4 variant may double or triple the chance of developing Alzheimer’s, while having two copies may raise risk by tenfold or more.
    — Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
  • The Digital Realty proposal is the first project vying to get an exemption from Atlanta’s ban, raising questions about balancing urban land use and digital infrastructure.
    — Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 15 July 2026
Definition of raise
Noun
  • But immediate relief may not come just yet for homeowners and renters, said Yonah Freemark, a housing research associate at the Urban Institute.
    — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
  • Eventually, the enterprise fell through altogether, pretty much to McElwee’s relief.
    — Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 10 July 2026
Definition of relief

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