LIFTS Synonyms: 182 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

present tense third-person singular of lift

as in raises

to move from a lower to a higher place or position I needed help lifting the heavy globe back up to the top shelf

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as in rises

to move or extend upward once the sun started to cut through the morning fog, the colorful hot-air balloons began to lift off from the field

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as in steals

to take (something) without right and with an intent to keep she turned her back for just a moment, and somebody lifted her purse

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lifts

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noun

plural of lift

as in assists

an act or instance of helping the company's senior vice president gave his son a much-needed lift up the corporate ladder

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as in rides

a means of getting to a destination in a vehicle driven by another I'll need a lift to work while my car is in the shop

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Recent Examples of lifts

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In one work, a trompe-l’oeil page corner lifts to reveal a world beyond. — Laura Preston, New Yorker, 30 Aug. 2026 SpaceX's Starship rocket lifts off from Starbase, Texas, as seen from South Padre Island on August 26, 2025, for its tenth test flight. — Reuters, NBC news, 25 Aug. 2026 In one of the most memorable panels in superherocomic history, Bane, having beaten Batman down in his own Batcave, lifts the hero over his head and slams him down over his knee, breaking his back. — Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026 These changes will not go into effect until the court lifts its current injunction. — Nathan Lee, ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026 When one of them lifts the trophy, subscribers can send me hate mail. — Ava Wallace, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026 While tens of millions of fans count down the hours until the NFL season lifts off next month, the wait to assess the impact of Nielsen’s latest methodology tweaks will only be a few days longer. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Gun rights groups are celebrating a federal ruling that lifts restrictions on the purchase of silencers, used to lessen the sound of gunshots, and certain firearms. — Jaclyn Diaz, NPR, 17 Aug. 2026 And as the old expression goes, a rising tide lifts all boats. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2026

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Wednesday’s arrest made four of a kind for Smith, whose Dream Body Retreat caters to women receiving Brazilian butt lifts, tummy tucks, breast jobs and other procedures at one of Miami’s many office surgery centers. — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 31 Aug. 2026 The crane is expected to tackle some of the heaviest lifts required by nuclear power plants, energy sites and offshore wind farms. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026 With liposuction being the number one ask, breast augmentation third and Brazilian butt lifts pulling up the rear. — Marti Noxon, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026 Humidity returns Thursday as a warm front lifts through the region. — Bill Kelly, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026 Catering trucks, equipped with hydraulic scissor-lifts, typically deliver food and beverages to planes on the tarmac. — Stephen J. Beard, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2026 Now, finally, the boldest experimenters can take advantage of walls that move at the touch of a button, precision lifts, rooms that shrink and expand, projected images that can be glued to moving surfaces. — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 29 July 2026 Roadblocks To Consider However, companies should keep in mind that AI implementation introduces significant technical complexity and upfront costs that can strain margins if the algorithm fails to deliver immediate conversion lifts. — Erik Pham, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026 The dancers bring the lion to life through coordinated eye and ear movements, acrobatic lifts and flips, showcasing both artistry and athleticism. — Yu Wang, Mercury News, 26 July 2026

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And autonomy raises the cost of error, because outputs turn into actions.

— Emily Lewis-Pinnell, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
The Federal Open Market Committee typically raises rates to help tame inflation, which rose faster than paychecks over the year in July and has remained above the Fed’s 2% target for five years.

— Rachel Barber, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of raises

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Customization Is Becoming Key in the Buying Process As the personal touch becomes paramount for customers, the need for custom pieces rises with it.

— Footwear News, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2026
Out back, a custom stainless steel exhaust pipe rises vertically right next to the sissy bar, echoing classic vintage choppers.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of rises

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Jealousy and entitlement steer the actions of middling white writer June Hayward, who brazenly steals the manuscript of her much more talented friend, Chinese-American author, Athena Liu, after being the sole witness to Athena’s death.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Sep. 2026
And, if the wins keep piling up, San Dimas might need to put a fence around his classroom so no one steals him away.

— Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of steals

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The first-year pro had a 16-point game against the Philadelphia 76ers and dished out nine assists twice.

— Tony East, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Amahl Pellegrino added some insurance with a shorthanded goal in the second half, Anders Dreyer had two assists and San Diego FC went on to beat the Galaxy 3-1 on Saturday night.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of assists

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All those changed diapers, bedtime stories, packed lunches, rides to soccer practice and help with science fair projects have led to this moment.

— John Biemer, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
Her daughter, who is an animal lover, has learned about marine creatures by scuba diving and going on submarine rides on their trips.

— Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of rides

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The cold temperature and the snap of the hardened chocolate really elevates the whole experience.

— Francesca Krempa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Aug. 2026
The fiber noticeably elevates hand feel, making denim smoother and softer against the skin, while adding a subtle sheen and surface richness that enhances the aesthetic.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of elevates

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As tuition climbs and federal oversight tightens on low-earning programs, a new tool lets families compare outcomes across California campuses.

— Andrew Khouri, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
Maintenance and repair costs on a new car already run about 11 cents a mile, and that figure climbs as a vehicle ages and mileage increases.

— Emily Mercer, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026

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