Pronunciation: /ʌpˈlɪftɪŋ/

Definitions of uplifting

adjective An adjective describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. 'Uplifting' describes something that makes one feel happy, hopeful, or inspired.

Example Sentences

A1 The movie we watched last night was very uplifting.

A2 I find listening to music to be very uplifting when I'm feeling down.

B1 Attending the motivational seminar was a truly uplifting experience.

B2 The uplifting music played at the event lifted everyone's spirits.

C1 The novel's uplifting message about perseverance resonated with readers.

C2 The speaker's uplifting words inspired the audience to take action.

Examples of uplifting in a Sentence

formal The uplifting speech delivered by the president inspired the nation.

informal Watching that movie always puts me in an uplifting mood.

slang That song is so uplifting, it's my go-to when I need a pick-me-up.

figurative Her presence was like an uplifting breeze on a hot summer day.

Grammatical Forms of uplifting

past tense

uplifted

plural

upliftings

comparative

more uplifting

superlative

most uplifting

present tense

uplift

future tense

will uplift

perfect tense

have uplifted

continuous tense

is uplifting

singular

uplifting

positive degree

uplifting

infinitive

to uplift

gerund

uplifting

participle

uplifting

Origin and Evolution of uplifting

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'uplifting' originated from the Old English word 'ūpliftan' which means to raise up or elevate.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'uplifting' has evolved to not only mean physically raising something up but also to describe something that inspires or uplifts the spirit or emotions.