Synonyms for

Lift

Verb / lɪft / Another word for lift — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to move or bring something upward from a lower to a higher position

Synonyms & similar words

rise nobble hook reverse airlift elevate sneak cosmeticsurgery countermand goup raise elevation elevator rustle revoke rescind vacate facelifting repeal pinch nipandtuck filch fall rhytidectomy skilift elevate hoist raise boost uplift heave carry upward ascend climb soar levitate thrust propel yank

Synonyms by register

Formal

elevate raise hoist uplift

Informal

give a ride pick up give a lift

Literary

ascend upraise

Antonyms

drop lower descend fall sink plunge

Common collocations

  • lift weights
  • lift spirits
  • lift a ban
  • lift off
  • lift the lid
  • lift a finger
  • lift the burden

Word family

noun lift
verb lift
adjective liftable

Usage note

The verb 'lift' can refer to physically raising something, or metaphorically to improving morale or removing restrictions. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. 1. Can you help me lift this heavy bag?
  2. 2. She lifted her arms in excitement.
  3. 3. The crane can lift heavy objects.
  4. 4. The elevator will lift us up to the top floor.
  5. 5. He used a lever to lift the rock from the ground.

Quotes

  • 1. "It's not the weight that lifts us up, it's the dream that we can fly." - Unknown
  • 2. "Happiness is not the absence of problems, it's the ability to lift ourselves above them." - Steve Maraboli
  • 3. "Remember to lift others up, not put them down." - Roy T. Bennett

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