uplifted 1 of 2

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

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uplifted

2 of 2

verb

past tense of uplift

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Recent Examples of uplifted
Adjective
But Starbucks has a few months of soft openings under its belt to see how the uplifted stores are performing in Chicago, and Williams said the early returns are promising. Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026 For those weighed down by adult concerns, watching an episode leaves them feeling uplifted. Scot Paltrow, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2026 So, Minnesota gets uplifted for this. Fiction Non Fiction, Literary Hub, 22 Jan. 2026 Come connect, reflect, and leave uplifted—ready to turn up the volume on your dreams. Kris Slugg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Dec. 2025 These include rare volcanic eruptions that bring diamonds to the surface and uplifted land far from plate boundaries. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 26 Nov. 2025 Often touted as ‘a comfort movie at any stage of life’, Mona Lisa Smile will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired. Jennifer Shanker, Flow Space, 24 Nov. 2025 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
Verb
At first spritz, you’re instantly enchanted and uplifted by sparkling, tart notes of pomelo and yuzu. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 12 Aug. 2026 The smoothing and plumping fan-favorite masks have (literally) uplifted me on groggy mornings, amid grueling hangovers, and during spa nights with my best friends. Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026 Since 1949, the Royal Court has uplifted African American youth in Chicago, providing them with a platform to embrace leadership, confidence, and community service. Shardaa Gray, CBS News, 4 Aug. 2026 In response, one project being uplifted by the Asantehene’s visit is a $120 million air-cargo and cold-storage hub in Tamale, located in the northern part of the Black Star nation. Richard Fowler, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 And Ghulam Ali felt uplifted; perhaps a celestial trip wasn’t that far beyond his own reach. Literary Hub, 30 June 2026 This year’s changes uplifted Kittle and others. Cam Inman, Mercury News, 4 June 2026 The Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee has long been an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community, penning songs that have inspired and uplifted countless listeners, while supporting organizations like GLAAD. Tim Chan, Footwear News, 3 June 2026 Your 11th House of Friendship is uplifted by chatty Mercury, who sextiles Uranus in your steadfast sign before stepping into your quiet zone. Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 14 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uplifted
Adjective
  • But even with the steep drop-off, prices remain elevated for this time of year.
    Claire Malon, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Too much caffeine can cause a racing heart, shakiness, anxiety, headaches, elevated blood pressure, and trouble sleeping.
    Dr. Onaola Adedeji, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Tromso, the northernmost football club in the world to win a major national trophy, having lifted the Norwegian Cup in 1986 and 1996, are tricky opponents.
    Andy Naylor, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • WorldView-3 lifted off on a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California and has been orbiting Earth ever since.
    Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Sixteen people were rescued from an aerial cable car system in the western Colombian city of Pereira, after being trapped for roughly six hours, the city’s mayor’s office said yesterday.
    Sana Noor Haq, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Teams have been working to prevent flare-ups on the ground and with aerial operations, Nugraha said.
    ABC News, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Extended deployments of carriers – which can have more than 5,000 sailors and Marines on board – have raised concerns about the impact not only on the ships but on service members.
    ABC News, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Mangione’s lawyers raised concerns when he was first charged in both jurisdictions that the 28-year-old was unfairly being tried twice for the same crime.
    Kara Scannell, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026

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“Uplifted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uplifted. Accessed 16 Aug. 2026.

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