uplifted 1 of 2

as in elevated
being positioned above a surface an uplifted area of ground

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uplifted

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verb

past tense of uplift

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Recent Examples of uplifted
Adjective
People who watch this film will leave feeling uplifted and motivated. Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025 When hundreds of companies each contribute in small, daily ways, entire schools get built, children are educated, forests are protected, and communities are uplifted. Christopher Marquis, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025 But Olson has emerged uplifted. Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2025
Verb
Ahead of the next round of exhibition games this month against Ecuador and Australia, Howard was uplifted by USMNT’s win in their last game against Japan. Adam Crafton, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025 His big, bright smile, infectious energy and eternal positivity created a presence that continually uplifted others. Reice Shipley, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Oct. 2025 Mentally, however, being on the show has only uplifted her. Erica Sloan, SELF, 30 Sep. 2025 Toronto’s 50th edition unfolds as the wider film community mourns the passing of Oneida actor Graham Greene (born on Six Nations Reserve in Ontario), who uplifted Indigenous stories throughout his career. Jennie Punter, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025 Until recently, most popular references to the island—even those that uplifted its culture—did so from a distance. Air Mail, 30 Aug. 2025 Since its founding in 2012, the Elizabeth Dole Foundation has supported and uplifted hidden heroes through research, policy, partnerships, and direct support. Tom Chiodo, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025 Moody, of all people, uplifted the 49ers’ mood and got mobbed by joyous teammates for his winning finish. Cam Inman, Mercury News, 16 Aug. 2025 India’s transformation into an economic superpower has uplifted millions of households – which in turn have bought more cars and motorcycles, driving up the demand for gasoline. Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uplifted
Adjective
  • While driving - Stick to the middle lanes and stay on elevated ground.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 13 Oct. 2025
  • The extended line aims to give fans elevated options to represent their teams.
    Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • All mandatory evacuations were lifted Sunday, but low-lying areas and residences along the river remain on pre-evacuation orders.
    Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 13 Oct. 2025
  • So when the moratorium was lifted, a wave of eviction notices followed.
    Chase Hunter, Mercury News, 13 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Rhodes did his own aerial maneuver.
    Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2025
  • An aerial view of the property, which sits on over three acres just across from the the famous Kennedy family compound.
    Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Trent and Amber wed in 1998, and the couple raised their five kids in Forsyth, Ga.
    Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 15 Oct. 2025
  • The entrepreneur and yoga instructor has previously spoken out about facing criticism over the authenticity of her Spanish accent (she was raised bilingual).
    Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Oct. 2025

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“Uplifted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uplifted. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.

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