Synonyms of uplifting

uplifting 1 of 3

adjective

as in inspiring

Related Words

• inspiring
• edifying
• moving
• poignant
• elevating
• touching
• affecting
• rewarding
• inspiriting
• sympathetic
• fulfilling
• stirring
• comforting
• encouraging
• gratifying
• loving
• satisfying
• heartwarming
• exhilarating
• warm
• exciting
• heartening
• kind
• thrilling
• gladdening
• stimulating
• invigorating
• rousing
• welcoming
• kindly
• enlivening
• pleasing
• cheering
• tender
• pleasurable
• animating

Dissimilar Words

• depressing
• discouraging
• demoralizing
• disheartening
• dispiriting
• disappointing
• saddening
• heartbreaking
• cheerless
• disturbing
• dissatisfying
• heartrending
• distressing
• displeasing
• disconcerting
• upsetting
• discomforting
• dismaying
• unpleasant
• cold
• unkind
• unfriendly
• disgruntling
• unloving
• unfeeling

uplifting

2 of 3

noun

as in upturn

Related Words

• upturn
• thrust
• upsurge
• upheaval
• upswing
• upwelling
• ascension
• heave
• uptrend
• climb
• soar
• upthrust
• upraising
• rising
• ascent
• boost
• rise
• raise
• upsweep
• hike
• raising
• hoist
• takeoff
• elevation
• levitation
• liftoff
• blastoff

Dissimilar Words

• sinking
• decrease
• decline
• plummeting
• down
• downfall
• fall
• plop
• drop
• dip
• descent
• downgrade
• dive
• plunge
• comedown
• nosedive

uplifting

3 of 3

verb

present participle of uplift

as in lifting

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• lifting
• elevating
• raising
• boosting
• hoisting
• upholding
• hiking
• heightening
• heaving
• taking up
• upping
• jacking (up)
• craning
• ascending
• upraising
• rising
• perking (up)
• picking up
• mounting
• hefting
• rearing
• upending

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• lowering
• falling
• dropping
• descending
• pushing
• slipping
• plunging
• bearing
• dipping
• pressing
• depressing
• pitching
• sinking
• submerging

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of uplifting

Adjective

The Paisleys were moved to bring this concept to Nashville after an uplifting experience volunteering with their children at Unity Shoppe in Santa Barbara, California. — Nancy Vienneau, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2026

After the game, the North Crowley football players created an uplifting moment for Errecka Holloway, who is set to undergo breast cancer treatment for the second time. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Oct. 2026

Seattle coach Mike MacDonald and general manager John Schneider gave Haynes an uplifting message on his way out. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 29 Oct. 2026

Though Ali, Jackson Olson, Connor Wood, and Tyler Cameron tied for last, no one was sent home in an uplifting twist at the end of the tearful episode. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Oct. 2026

At the same time, attendees described the mood of Saturday as joyous and uplifting. — Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 17 Oct. 2026

More uplifting were her warm scenes with Vinson, who was outfitted with an oversize head. — Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026

That is probably a fair reflection of their start because, while there have been some encouraging and uplifting moments, like the first half against Hull City, there have also been too many alarming ones. — George Caulkin, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2026

Warm yet uplifting with a strong hit of black tea, Still Bloom's cardomom, sesame, and orange top notes hit like a shot of caffeine before dissipating into a mellow, comforting underbelly of musk, rose and cedarwood, to name a few. — ABC News, 9 Oct. 2026

Noun

While many praised his remarks for uplifting of immigrant communities at a time when they are increasingly being targeted by the federal government, others felt the musician had overlooked the history and experiences of Native Americans and Black Americans by not mentioning them. — Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026

Verb

For Latifah, her commitment to uplifting her community comes at a crowning moment in her storied career. — Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 13 Nov. 2026

And this is one of the most amazing, uplifting moments in the film, that this woman, who in Syria had been totally marginalized and never allowed to leave the house apart from going to visit her own parents, had understood her rights. — Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 9 Nov. 2026

And because it's infused with bergamot essential oil, the citrus scent provides plenty of uplifting vibes. — Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 1 Nov. 2026

Osborn launched into a discussion about uplifting workers and building bridges with both parties to bring about real change. — Barbara Sprunt, NPR, 25 Oct. 2026

The complex political and economic climate has only intensified their desire to invest their own time and resources in uplifting other Latino and Hispanic creatives. — Terry Tang, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2026

In India, for instance, where software engineering is a core tenet of the economy, AWS has focused its efforts on uplifting developers. — Angelica Ang, Fortune, 18 Aug. 2026

Towle was one of many participants in the May 28 show, a collaboration between The Chemo Club, a community uplifting cancer warriors, and Post Swim, a brand for women who’ve undergone reconstructive surgery. — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 8 Aug. 2026

The instruments and rhythms dance with Lenae’s sinuous vocals, nudging her into odd pockets, uplifting her notes. — Stephen Kearse, Pitchfork, 7 Aug. 2026