uplifted
|up/lift/ed|
B2
/ʌpˈlɪftɪd/
(uplift)
raise higher
Etymology
Etymology Information
'uplift' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'upliften,' where 'up-' meant 'upward' and 'liften' meant 'to lift.'
Historical Evolution
'upliften' transformed into the modern English word 'uplift' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to lift up physically,' but over time it evolved to include emotional or spiritual elevation.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40