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
Eight weeks after the fire, Chambers' apartment is still in disarray, but her spirit has been uplifted by Evans. Naveen Dhaliwal, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026 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 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
  • This week, Shin stated that despite easing US-Iran tensions, inflation in South Korea is expected to remain elevated for a prolonged period.
    , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The last night was when Belafonte unexpectedly found himself on stage with his left leg elevated.
    Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Wednesday’s topping-out ceremony, when a construction crew lifted the final structural beam into place, doesn’t change that.
    Mirjam Swanson, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026
  • CrowdStrike's results lifted shares of fellow cybersecurity giant Palo Alto Networks, up more than 10% on Thursday.
    Paulina Likos, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • European leaders join President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv for Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day, underscoring continent-wide anxiety as Russia’s four-year invasion grinds on with little frontline movement and intensifying aerial attacks.
    Samya Kullab, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Cloud-seeding resumed over Kalimantan on Sunday, with 30 helicopters for water-bombing and aerial patrol missions, and another 22 helicopters covering Sumatra.
    ABC News, ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Saturday’s result raised UNC’s floor more than its ceiling in my eyes.
    Stewart Mandel, New York Times, 30 Aug. 2026
  • He was raised Catholic and served as an altar boy, according to his older sister Maridale Powell, 89.
    Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2026

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“Uplifted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uplifted. Accessed 30 Aug. 2026.

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