Elevated — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Elevated
Elevated (adjective)
- raised especially above the ground or other surface
- increased especially abnormally (as in degree or amount)
- being morally or intellectually on a high plane, refined
Elevated (noun)
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Elevated (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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being positioned above a surface
"an elevated monorail that transports visitors all over the theme park"
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very dignified in form, tone, or style
"the elevated language of Lincoln's Gettysburg Address"
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being at a higher level than average
"for the next several days temperatures will be a little elevated for this time of year"
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having, characterized by, or arising from a dignified and generous nature
"the offspring of this very wealthy family have been instilled with the elevated notion that they should devote their lives to public service"
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located at a greater height than average or usual
"from their elevated position the machine gunners had a commanding view of the whole battlefield"
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experiencing or marked by overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
"she's been in an elevated mood all week after hearing that she got the promotion"
Elevated (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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as in el, elevated railroad
Elevated (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to fill with great joy
"seeing their son ordained as a priest was one of the most elevating moments in their lives"
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to move from a lower to a higher place or position
"the old trick of using a fat phone book to elevate a child to a more comfortable position at the table"
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to move higher in rank or position
"the announcement that the pope will elevate several prelates to the rank of cardinal"
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to assign a high status or value to
"a decade in which greed and selfishness were elevated to the rank of virtues"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Elevated
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Antonyms & Opposite Words for Elevated
Words with the opposite meaning of Elevated:
Near Antonyms of Elevated
Origin & Etymology of Elevated
First known use: 1553
Frequently Asked Questions about Elevated
What does "Elevated" mean?
"Elevated" means raised especially above the ground or other surface. As an an adjective, a noun and a verb, it is defined as: raised especially above the ground or other surface. It has 11 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Elevated"?
Other words for "Elevated" include lifted, raised, uplifted, upraised, eloquent, formal, high-flown and lofty. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Elevated" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Elevated"?
There are 216 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Elevated". Common alternatives include lifted, raised, uplifted, upraised, eloquent, formal, high-flown, lofty, majestic and stately.
What is the opposite of "Elevated"?
Antonyms of "Elevated" include sunken, ineloquent, low, undignified, down, base, debased and degenerate. Near antonyms include short, squat, casual and colloquial.
How do you use "Elevated" in a sentence?
Examples of "Elevated" in a sentence: "an elevated monorail that transports visitors all over the theme park"; "the elevated language of Lincoln's Gettysburg Address"; "for the next several days temperatures will be a little elevated for this time of year".
Is "Elevated" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Elevated" can be used as an adjective, a noun and a verb, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Elevated"?
"Elevated" is pronounced /ˈe-lə-ˌvā-təd/ and divided into syllables as el·e·vat·ed.
What is the origin of the word "Elevated"?
First known use: 1553.