elevated
Americanadjective
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raised up, especially above the ground or above the normal level.
an elevated platform; an elevated pulse.
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exalted or noble; lofty.
elevated thoughts.
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elated; joyful.
noun
adjective
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raised to or being at a higher level
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inflated or lofty; exalted
an elevated opinion of oneself
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in a cheerful mood; elated
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informal slightly drunk
noun
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of elevated
Explanation
Something that's elevated is raised up higher than it usually is, or is higher than things around it. An elevated train line has tracks up high above the ground. If your house is elevated on a hill, it won't be in danger of flooding, but it'll be hard to drive up the driveway on snowy days. As well as being physically elevated, things can also be figuratively elevated: your elevated social status might make you feel superior to your friends, and your favorite soccer team might hold an elevated position in the league after winning several games. In both cases, something has a higher value than it once did.
Example Sentences
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Elevated inflation in the country is likely to strengthen the case for the central bank to tighten monetary policy at its rate-setting meeting later this month.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026
Elevated crude oil prices have been a major pressure point for many companies’ margins.
From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026
Elevated EXO1 levels were especially associated with basal-like breast cancer, an aggressive form of the disease.
From Science Daily • Jun. 20, 2026
Elevated mortgage rates, high home prices and a chronic shortage of inventory have sidelined millions of would-be homeowners.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 18, 2026
Elevated rails would lead from the top of the tower all the way to New York, Boston, Baltimore, and other cities.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
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