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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As I’ve said before, leaving the country despite forecasts of elevated wildfire risk was probably the worst mistake of her political career.
From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026
As for inflation, it has fallen from recent peak levels in 2022, but remains elevated and volatile.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
Rapidan’s base case is for a July reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, which would still see a reduction in global oil supply and elevated crude prices.
From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026
Still, the unemployment rate remains elevated and business confidence has faltered since the Iran war sent energy costs sharply higher.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
The station was elevated from the main road and was under only a few feet of water.
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
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