uplift
1. up.lift \(.)*p-'lift\ vt 1: to lift up : ELEVATE 2: to improve the condition of esp. spiritually, socially, or intellectual ly : RISE - up.lift.er n 2. up.lift \'*p-.lift\ n often attrib : an act, process, or result of uplifting : as : the uplifting of a part of the earth's surface : a bettering of condition esp. spiritually, emotionally, or culturally : influences intended to uplift : a social movement to improve esp. morally or culturally : a brassiere designed to hold the breasts up