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elevated

 

[ ˈɛlɪveɪtɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

feeling

Situated or placed higher than the surrounding area; high up.

Synonyms

high, raised.

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Word Description / Examples
elevated

This word is often used to describe something that is physically higher or something that has been improved or increased in status. It can be used in both literal and metaphorical senses.

  • The elevated train tracks offer a beautiful view of the city.
  • She felt an elevated sense of happiness after receiving the good news.
high

Use this word to indicate something that is at a great height from the ground or is greater than usual in quantity or degree. It's a versatile word that can be used in various contexts.

  • The mountain is very high.
  • He has a high fever.
raised

This word is used to describe something that has been lifted to a higher position or level. It often implies an intentional act of lifting or increasing.

  • She raised her hand to ask a question.
  • The platform was raised to make it more accessible.

Examples of usage

  • She enjoyed the elevated view from the balcony.
  • The elevated position of the castle provided a strategic advantage in battle.
Context #2 | Adjective

mood

Exalted or noble in character; of high moral or intellectual value.

Synonyms

exalted, high-minded, noble.

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elevated

Used to describe something that is raised or lifted up, or to refer to high moral or intellectual qualities. Often used in formal or academic contexts.

  • The discussion took on an elevated tone when they started talking about philosophy.
  • He was standing on an elevated platform to address the crowd.
noble

Refers to someone or something with admirable qualities such as bravery, honour, or generosity. Can also be used to describe people of noble birth. Often used in a historical or literary context.

  • Her noble actions during the crisis earned her a medal of honor.
  • He was born into a noble family with a long history.
high-minded

Describes someone with strong moral principles, often to the point of being idealistic. Can sometimes have a slightly negative connotation if it implies impracticality or self-righteousness.

  • His high-minded principles made him a respected, if somewhat impractical, leader.
  • The charity was founded on high-minded ideals of equality and justice.
exalted

Used when talking about someone or something that is highly praised, honored, or regarded with great respect. Usually has a positive, dignified connotation.

  • She felt exalted after winning the prestigious award.
  • The play was received with exalted reviews from critics.

Examples of usage

  • Her elevated thoughts on social justice inspire others to take action.
  • The company's elevated standards for quality set them apart from their competitors.

Translations

Translations of the word "elevated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 elevado

🇮🇳 उन्नत

🇩🇪 erhöht

🇮🇩 tinggi

🇺🇦 підвищений

🇵🇱 podniesiony

🇯🇵 高い

🇫🇷 élevé

🇪🇸 elevado

🇹🇷 yükseltilmiş

🇰🇷 높은

🇸🇦 مرتفع

🇨🇿 vyvýšený

🇸🇰 vysoký

🇨🇳 高

🇸🇮 dvignjen

🇮🇸 hækkað

🇰🇿 көтерілген

🇬🇪 ამაღლებული

🇦🇿 yüksəldilmiş

🇲🇽 elevado

Etymology

The word 'elevated' originated from the Latin word 'elevatus', which means 'lifted up' or 'raised'. It first appeared in the English language in the late 16th century. Over time, 'elevated' has come to represent a sense of height or superiority, both physically and metaphorically.

See also: elevating, elevator.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,990, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.