as in lifted
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 Synonyms for uplifted
Adjective
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The best views will be in areas with dark skies and minimal light pollution, especially in rural or elevated spots facing north.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025 -
The fabric is soft but elevated, and the pieces are just as cute worn separately.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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As part of the plan, the United States immediately lifted its pause on sharing intelligence with Ukraine, and will resume security assistance to that country, which was invaded by Russia more than three years ago.—
Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2025
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Raymond James analyst David Long also said Wells Fargo’s operating losses would likely narrow even further if the cap were to be lifted.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The flight is usually accompanied by a champagne toast at the end of it all, which is a very befitting way to celebrate the memorable aerial journey.—
Shelby Knick,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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An aerial video posted by the Forest Service shows a large column of smoke emerging from an area of dense trees.—
Lauren Penington,
Denver Post,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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He was born and raised in southeast Missouri.—
Silas Allen,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Jan. 2025
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To this day, Penn State fans recall Golden with his arms raised in front of a stunned crowd at Notre Dame Stadium.—
Tim Casey,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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“Uplifted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uplifted. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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