Upraised Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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upraised

[ʌpˈreɪzd ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Adjective}

feeling

lifted up or held up high

Synonyms

elevated, lifted, raised.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
upraised	Similar to 'upraised', commonly used in a poetic or elevated style to describe something held high. He stood with upraised arms, welcoming the dawn.
raised	Frequently used to indicate something that has been moved to a higher level or position, or to show an increase in amount or value. It can also refer to bringing up a topic for discussion. He raised the flag at the ceremony. They raised the price of the tickets.
elevated	Commonly used to describe something that has been lifted to a higher position or level, physically or metaphorically. Can also refer to a higher state of status or mood. The house is built on elevated ground to avoid flooding. After the promotion, she felt a sense of elevated confidence.
lifted	Generally used to describe something that has been physically picked up or moved to a higher position. It can also refer to removing restrictions or improving someone's mood. She lifted the baby into her arms. The government has lifted the curfew.

Examples of usage

The upraised hands of the crowd showed their support.
She stood with upraised arms in victory.
The upraised sword gleamed in the sunlight.

^{Context #2 | Verb}

action

lifted or held up high

Synonyms

elevated, lifted, raised.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
upraised	Similar to 'upraised,' used more often in formal or poetic contexts. With upraised voices, they sang the national anthem
raised	Can describe lifting something physically or bringing up for discussion or education. He raised his hand to ask a question She raised the flag at dawn
elevated	Used to describe something made higher or more significant, both physically and metaphorically. His new job elevated his status within the company
lifted	Commonly used when something is physically moved upwards, often implying effort. She lifted the box onto the shelf

Examples of usage

He upraised the flag as a symbol of unity.
She upraised her voice to be heard over the noise.
The workers upraised the heavy beam together.

Translations

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Origin of 'upraised'

The word 'upraised' is a combination of 'up' and 'raised', with 'up' indicating a direction or location higher than, and 'raised' meaning to lift or elevate. The term has been used in English language to describe the action of lifting or holding something up high since the late 16th century.