A2verb 1K

Lift

🇬🇧 UK /["/lɪft/","/lɪfts/","/ˈlɪftɪd/","/ˈlɪftɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/lɪft/","/lɪfts/","/ˈlɪftɪd/","/ˈlɪftɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Lift

to raise somebody/something or be raised to a higher position or level

In simple words: To raise something to a higher position.

Lift in a sentence

• Please help me lift this heavy box.
• I can lift weights at the gym three times a week.
• He decided to lift his spirits by going out with friends.
• The elevator will lift you to the fifth floor.
• She tried to lift the mood of the party with some music.

How to use Lift

Use 'lift' when you want to describe raising something physically or metaphorically. It is suitable in most contexts but avoid using it in very formal writing where 'elevate' might be more appropriate.

Grammar pattern

lift + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'lift' as an elevator going up - both are about raising things higher.

Related words

Collocations with Lift

• almost
• half
• fractionally
• can barely
• can hardly
• try to
• above
• down
• from
• almost
• half
• fractionally
• can barely
• can hardly
• try to
• above
• down
• from
• completely
• partially
• agree to
• decide to
• vote to

Synonyms for Lift

• disperse

Opposites of Lift

• drop
• lower
• diminish

Common mistakes with Lift

• Confused with 'raise' — remember 'lift' is for physical action.
• Using 'lift up' unnecessarily — just 'lift' is often enough.
• Mixing up past forms — 'lifted' not 'lofted'.

Frequently asked questions about Lift

What does Lift mean?

To raise something to a higher position.

What is the definition of Lift?

to raise somebody/something or be raised to a higher position or level

How do you use Lift in a sentence?

Please help me lift this heavy box.

Can you give another example of Lift?

I can lift weights at the gym three times a week.

What are synonyms for Lift?

Common alternatives include disperse.

What is the opposite of Lift?

Opposite meanings include drop, lower, diminish.

What words go with Lift?

It commonly pairs with almost, half, fractionally, can barely, can hardly, try to, above, down, from, almost, half, fractionally, can barely, can hardly, try to, above, down, from, completely, partially, agree to, decide to, vote to.

What are common mistakes when using Lift?

Confused with 'raise' — remember 'lift' is for physical action. Using 'lift up' unnecessarily — just 'lift' is often enough. Mixing up past forms — 'lifted' not 'lofted'.

How do you pronounce Lift?

US: /["/lɪft/","/lɪfts/","/ˈlɪftɪd/","/ˈlɪftɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/lɪft/","/lɪfts/","/ˈlɪftɪd/","/ˈlɪftɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Lift?

Use 'lift' when you want to describe raising something physically or metaphorically. It is suitable in most contexts but avoid using it in very formal writing where 'elevate' might be more appropriate.

What CEFR level is Lift?

"Lift" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.