spirit-lifting
|spir-it-lift-ing|
B2
/ˈspɪrɪt ˌlɪftɪŋ/
mood-enhancing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'spirit-lifting' originates from the combination of 'spirit' and 'lifting', where 'spirit' refers to one's mood or emotional state, and 'lifting' means to raise or elevate.
Historical Evolution
'spirit-lifting' evolved from the phrase 'lift one's spirits', which has been used in English since the 16th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to raise one's mood', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having the effect of raising one's spirits or mood.
The music was spirit-lifting and filled the room with joy.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45