uplift

Uplift is to raise something upwards, or to buoy someone mentally, spiritually or emotionally.

(verb)

When you tilt someone's chin up and force them to raise their head, this is an example of when you uplift.
When you cheer someone up who is down, this is an example of when you uplift.

Uplift is the act of raising something or of influencing someone in a positive way that elevates him.

(noun)

When cheerful support from a favorite teacher encourages the class to become happier and more inspired, this is an example of an uplift.

See uplift in Webster's New World College Dictionary

transitive verb

noun

the act or process of lifting up; elevation
1. the act or process of raising to a higher moral, social, or cultural level
2. any influence, movement, etc. intended to improve society morally, culturally, etc.
a bra designed to lift and support the breasts
Geol.
1. a raising of land above the surrounding area
2. land so raised

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See uplift in American Heritage Dictionary 4

transitive verb up·lift·ed, up·lift·ing, up·lifts

To raise; elevate.
To raise to a higher social, intellectual, or moral level or condition.
To raise to spiritual or emotional heights; exalt: music that uplifts the spirit.

adjective (ŭpˈlĭftˌ)

Uplifted.

noun (ŭpˈlĭftˌ)