Uplift

Verb (used with object)

to lift up; raise; elevate.

to improve socially, culturally, morally, or the like

to uplift downtrodden and deprived peoples.

to exalt emotionally or spiritually.

Verb (used without object)

to become uplifted.

Noun

an act of lifting up or raising; elevation.

the process or work of improving, as socially, intellectually, or morally.

emotional or spiritual exaltation.

a brassiere.

Geology . an upheaval.

Synonyms

verb

boost , brighten , bring up , cheer , elate , excite , exhilarate , improve , lift up , perk up * , raise spirits , heave , hoist , lift , pick up , raise , rear , take up , uphold , upraise , uprear , aggrandize , apotheosize , dignify , elevate , ennoble , glorify , magnify , animate , buoy , flush , inspire , inspirit , edify , enlighten , enrichment , exalt , illuminate , rehabilitation , rock , upgrade

noun

animation , elatedness , euphoria , exaltation , exhilaration , inspiration , lift