uplift
verb (used with object)
to lift up; raise; elevate.
upliftment
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a word derived from
uplift.
Example Sentences
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Cepeda, who helped negotiate the 2016 peace deal and design Petro's "total peace" strategy, has vowed to prioritize dialogue and social upliftment in rebel-held areas.
From Barron's ● Jun. 5, 2026
The government denies the allegations and says it works for the upliftment of all groups.
From Reuters ● Jun. 12, 2023
“I am here to make sure that we elect good people who are able to work for the upliftment of the country and who are not corrupt,” said 81-year-old businessman Manik Man Tamrakas.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 19, 2022
Governments also provide welfare measures to citizens for their socio-economic upliftment.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2022
Instead of aiming at our upliftment they seek to degrade us.
From Native Life in South Africa by Sol (Solomon Tshekisho) Plaatje
