Uplifting meaning in English

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Definition

uplifting: positive, elating, enlightening, progressive, feel-good adjective

Examples

  • "Moira : What an uplifting story, Brent."
Exercise 1
At the end of the broadcast, Moira thanks Brent for sharing his uplifting story.

Another way to say this is: "Thanks for sharing your story."
At the end of the broadcast, Moira thanks Brent for sharing his uplifting story.

Another way to say this is: "Thanks for sharing your positive story."
positive: An "uplifting (story)" is positive, or makes you feel good. The terms "uplifting" and "positive" are synonymous. Moira is sarcastically thanking Brent for telling the story of his father's death, which is not positive at all, but actually quite tragic.
ridiculous: A "ridiculous (story) is "silly" or "stupid" or "unbelievable". The terms "uplifting" and 'ridiculous" are not synonymous in this or any other context.
sad: A "sad (story)" is depressing or causes "unhappiness". The terms "uplifting" and "sad" are not synonymous in this or any other context. Although the story Brent tells about his father is actually quite sad, this isn't what Moira is expressing when she calls his story "uplifting".
ironic: An "ironic (story)" is has an ending or theme which is contrary to what is expected. Example: A young woman died in a plane crash whilst trying to overcome her fear of flying. The words "uplifting" and "ironic" are not synonymous, although Moira is being ironic when she thanks Brent for his "uplifting" story.
funny: A "funny (story) is amusing or humorous. The words "uplifting" and 'funny" are not synonymous.

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