uplift

Use the word "uplift" when a person is made to feel good about something, usually during a period of celebration or following a time in which someone might feel bad.

The adjective form of this word is "uplifting." This is a fairly common word to use when someone or something provides inspiration to others:

• The politician gave an uplifting speech to his supporters.
• Events leading up to Christmas Day offer uplifting experiences for all who participate in them.
• The minister gave an uplifting sermon to the congregation.
• Jamal and his family enjoyed a spiritually uplifting Eid this year.
• I find the music of the Beatles to be very uplifting.

Music can be very uplifting.

You can also use this word as a verb, although it is not as common as the adjective form.

• Coach Benson tried to uplift the spirits of his team after a heartbreaking loss.
• The musical performance by the choir uplifted the audience and put everyone in the mood for the holidays.
• Uplift your hearts and rejoice!

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This page was first publsihed on December 23, 2013. It was updated on September 30, 2016.