uplifting
adjective
[ ʌpˈlɪftɪŋ ]
• inspiring happiness, optimism, or hope.
• "an uplifting story of triumph over adversity"
uplift
verb
• raise the level of; improve.
• "the refreshing smell of essential oils like lavender and peppermint can instantly uplift your mood"
• lift to a higher position.
• "dust is uplifted by wind"
Similar:
boost,
raise,
buoy up,
elevate,
edify,
inspire,
lift,
give a lift to,
cheer up,
perk up,
enliven,
brighten up,
lighten,
ginger up,
gladden,
encourage,
stimulate,
arouse,
revive,
restore,
buck up,
raised,
elevated,
hoisted,
upraised,
upthrust,
reared,
hitched up,
held high,
erect,
proud,
upheaved,
upreared,
Opposite:
lowered,
• pick up or take away.
• "we will be only too pleased to uplift any items you wish us to sell for you"
