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 uplifted
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
For those weighed down by adult concerns, watching an episode leaves them feeling uplifted.
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Scot Paltrow,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2026
So, Minnesota gets uplifted for this.
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Fiction Non Fiction,
Literary Hub,
22 Jan. 2026
Come connect, reflect, and leave uplifted—ready to turn up the volume on your dreams.
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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.
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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.
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Jennifer Shanker,
Flow Space,
24 Nov. 2025
People who watch this film will leave feeling uplifted and motivated.
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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.
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Christopher Marquis,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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.
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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.
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Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
14 Apr. 2026
In the original fairytale, the stepmother is portrayed as cold, self-serving and wicked, but Hochhauser recognized and uplifted a different version of the character.
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Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
8 Apr. 2026
During Mercury and Jupiter’s trine, your 5th House of Humor and your 9th House of Inspiration are both uplifted by the cosmos.
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Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
Your 9th House of Learning and your 11th House of Groups are uplifted by today’s Venus-Uranus sextile.
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Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2026
Catherine uplifted us in a world that often tears us down.
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Andrew Gelwicks,
Vogue,
3 Feb. 2026
Heady, intoxicating notes of tuberose and jasmine are uplifted by marigold and tropical plumeria, followed by a trace of copal, or Mexican incense.
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Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
3 Feb. 2026
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.
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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
This year’s changes uplifted Kittle and others.
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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
In the original fairytale, the stepmother is portrayed as cold, self-serving and wicked, but Hochhauser recognized and uplifted a different version of the character.
—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
8 Apr. 2026
During Mercury and Jupiter’s trine, your 5th House of Humor and your 9th House of Inspiration are both uplifted by the cosmos.
—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
Your 9th House of Learning and your 11th House of Groups are uplifted by today’s Venus-Uranus sextile.
—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2026
Catherine uplifted us in a world that often tears us down.
—
Andrew Gelwicks,
Vogue,
3 Feb. 2026
Heady, intoxicating notes of tuberose and jasmine are uplifted by marigold and tropical plumeria, followed by a trace of copal, or Mexican incense.
—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
3 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uplifted
Adjective
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While driving - Stick to the middle lanes and stay on elevated ground.
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For years, Aritzia has been my go-to stop for stocking up on elevated basics before any trip—and right now, the Aritzia Summer Sale (up to 50% off everything) is live.
Verb
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Andrew Benintendi began the inning with a single and was lifted for pinch runner Luisangel Acuña.
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Bellingham lifted his left foot to make contact with the ball, sending it to the back of the net.
Adjective
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The competing corridors have left shippers confused, forcing vessels to navigate threats from sea mines, aerial drones and IRGC patrol boats.
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Counter-unmanned aerial systems can no longer be treated as a specialized capability isolated within technical teams or outsourced to contractors.
Verb
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The loss threatened the summer learning session, but on Sunday, the community stepped up at an impromptu fundraiser that raised spirits and funds.
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He was raised in Tiberias and Eilat, outside Israel’s traditional centers of power and influence.
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“Uplifted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uplifted. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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