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Uplift

ˌʌpˈlɪft

Uplift definitions
verb
uplift uplifted uplifting uplifts
  1. raise the level of; improve

    "the refreshing smell of essential oils like lavender and peppermint can instantly uplift your mood"

    • cause (someone) to feel more cheerful, positive, or optimistic

      "audiences will be uplifted by this incredible tale of fighting for your dreams"

  2. lift to a higher position

    "dust is uplifted by wind"

    • raise up (strata, mountains, etc.) by an upward movement of the earth’s crust

      "the mountains were uplifted during the Jurassic period"

  3. pick up or take away

    "we will be only too pleased to uplift any items you wish us to sell for you"

noun
uplift uplifts
  1. an instance of being raised or increased

    "the whole club has seen an uplift in confidence"

  2. something that makes a person feel more cheerful, positive, or optimistic

    "their love will prove an enormous uplift"

  3. an upward movement of part of the earth's surface

    "this uplift happened as recently as 45,000 years ago"

  4. support from a garment, especially for a woman's bust

    "an uplift bra"