How Do You Spell LIFTED?

Pronunciation: [lˈɪftɪd] (IPA)

The word "lifted" is spelled with five letters, starting with the voiceless alveolar fricative /l/. Then, it has the vowel sound /ɪ/, followed by the voiceless labiodental fricative /f/. Afterward, it has the voiceless palatal fricative /tʃ/, and finally the voiced dental fricative /d/. The IPA phonetic transcription of this word accurately represents the pronunciation of each sound, making it easier for language learners to grasp the spelling of this common verb.

LIFTED Meaning and Definition

  1. The word "lifted" is primarily an adjective that has several meanings depending on the context in which it is used.

    One of the most common definitions of "lifted" is the act of raising or elevating something to a higher position. This could refer to physically picking up an object or increasing the height of a person or thing. For example, a weightlifter may have "lifted" a heavy barbell above their head.

    Another meaning of "lifted" is the feeling of joy or excitement that is often accompanied by an uplifted spirit. When someone is "lifted" in this sense, it means that they experienced a sudden surge of happiness or exhilaration. This feeling can be the result of various factors like hearing good news or being praised for an achievement.

    Additionally, "lifted" can be used to describe the act of taking something without permission, particularly in a clandestine or stealthy manner. In this context, it refers to the act of stealing or pilfering. For example, if someone's wallet was "lifted" from their pocket, it means it was stolen without their knowledge.

    In a more figurative sense, "lifted" can refer to being inspired or influenced by something or someone. If a piece of art or literature "lifted" a person's spirits, it means that it elevated their mood or provided them with a sense of encouragement.

    Overall, the word "lifted" encompasses notions of elevation, happiness, stealing, and inspiration, depending on the specific context in which it is used.

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Etymology of LIFTED

The word "lifted" is derived from the verb "lift", which can be traced back to Middle English and Old Norse. In Old Norse, the word "lypta" meant "to raise", which is the root from which "lift" developed. Over time, the meaning of "lift" expanded to include raising or elevating various objects or oneself physically. The past participle form, "lifted", means something has been raised or elevated in the past.

Idioms with the word LIFTED

  • lifted To be under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Similar spelling words for LIFTED

Conjugate verb Lifted

CONDITIONAL

I would lift
we would lift
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FUTURE

I will lift
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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have lifted
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PAST

I lifted
we lifted
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they lifted

PAST PERFECT

I had lifted
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PRESENT

I lift
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they lift

PRESENT PERFECT

I have lifted
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I am lifting
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