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elevated

/ˈɛləveɪtɪd/

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verb

To raise (something) to a higher position.

Examples :

"The doctor told me elevating my legs would help reduce the swelling."

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To promote (someone) to a higher rank.

Examples :

"The teacher elevated Sarah to class president. "

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To confer honor or nobility on (someone).

Examples :

"The traditional worldview elevates man as the pinnacle of creation."

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To make (something or someone) more worthy or of greater value.

Examples :

"A talented chef can elevate everyday ingredients into gourmet delights."

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To direct (the mind, thoughts, etc.) toward more worthy things.

Examples :

"Reading inspiring stories elevated her thoughts beyond the daily worries. "

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To increase the intensity or degree of (something).

Examples :

"Some drugs have the side effect of elevating your blood sugar level."

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To lift the spirits of (someone)

Examples :

"His kind words elevated her spirits after a difficult day at work. "

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To intoxicate in a slight degree; to make (someone) tipsy.

Examples :

"The rich aroma of mulled wine slightly elevated Sarah during the holiday party. "

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(Latinism) To attempt to make (something) seem less important, remarkable, etc.

Examples :

"The politician elevated the environmental concerns, claiming they were exaggerated by the media. "

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noun

An elevated railway.

Examples :

"The noisy elevated rattled past my apartment window every morning on its way downtown. "

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adjective

Raised, particularly above ground level.

Examples :

"The elevated train tracks ran above the busy city streets. "

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adjective

Increased, particularly above a normal level.

Examples :

"The patient presented with elevated blood pressure."

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adjective

Of a higher rank or status.

Examples :

"After years of hard work, she received an elevated position as senior manager. "

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Running with administration rights granted

Examples :

"Install all the required tools from an elevated console."

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Intoxicated; drunk

Examples :

"After a few glasses of wine at the party, he became quite elevated. "

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