elevated
1 of 2adjective
el·e·vat·ed ˈe-lə-ˌvā-təd 
1
a
: raised especially above the ground or other surface
an elevated highway
b
: increased especially abnormally (as in degree or amount)
elevated blood pressure
2
a
: being morally or intellectually on a high plane : refined
elevated conversation
b
: formal, dignified
elevated diction
3
: exhilarated in mood or feeling
elevated
2 of 2noun
: el entry 2
Synonyms
Adjective
- lifted
- raised
- uplifted
- upraised
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Example Sentences
Adjective Her poetry is known for its elevated style. an elevated monorail that transports visitors all over the theme park
Recent Examples on the Web
The Enquirer, 13 Sep. 2022 Boasting a 2-inch platform outsole, the statement shoe is an elevated take — literally — on the Ultra Mini Classic Boots, which celebrities have been loving lately. Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 13 Sep. 2022 But food prices have remained stubbornly elevated, climbing 11.4% overall, compared to the same time last year. Rob Wile, NBC News, 13 Sep. 2022 Until those stop rising at a quick pace, inflation is probably going to stay elevated for a while. Taylor Wilson, USA TODAY, 13 Sep. 2022 And like the others, Pingle argues core inflation remained elevated last month. Will Daniel, Fortune, 12 Sep. 2022 The tower is expected to host public events, such as product launches and concerts, on the building’s elevated outdoor stage and more intimate gatherings in the building’s supper club, where guests would have access to performers. Kate King, WSJ, 12 Sep. 2022 Many of Hollywood’s most stylish men likewise opted for elevated suiting that prove the male-peacock trend shows no signs of slowing. Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Sep. 2022 While employees who keep their jobs may enjoy elevated conditions, the higher costs of labor will cause the industry to shed jobs and establishments, fast-food industry representatives say. Suhauna Hussainstaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 12 Sep. 2022 See More
Adjective
Aristides Aquino drilled an elevated fastball past the left-field wall for a two-run homer in the fourth inning off Pirates starter Bryse Wilson. The Enquirer, 13 Sep. 2022 Boasting a 2-inch platform outsole, the statement shoe is an elevated take — literally — on the Ultra Mini Classic Boots, which celebrities have been loving lately. Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 13 Sep. 2022 But food prices have remained stubbornly elevated, climbing 11.4% overall, compared to the same time last year. Rob Wile, NBC News, 13 Sep. 2022 Until those stop rising at a quick pace, inflation is probably going to stay elevated for a while. Taylor Wilson, USA TODAY, 13 Sep. 2022 And like the others, Pingle argues core inflation remained elevated last month. Will Daniel, Fortune, 12 Sep. 2022 The tower is expected to host public events, such as product launches and concerts, on the building’s elevated outdoor stage and more intimate gatherings in the building’s supper club, where guests would have access to performers. Kate King, WSJ, 12 Sep. 2022 Many of Hollywood’s most stylish men likewise opted for elevated suiting that prove the male-peacock trend shows no signs of slowing. Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Sep. 2022 While employees who keep their jobs may enjoy elevated conditions, the higher costs of labor will cause the industry to shed jobs and establishments, fast-food industry representatives say. Suhauna Hussainstaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 12 Sep. 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
Adjective
1553, in the meaning defined at sense 1a
Noun
1881, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
elevated
adjective
el·e·vat·ed ˈel-ə-ˌvāt-əd
: increased especially abnormally (as in degree or amount)
elevated blood pressure
elevated temperature
elevateds
noun
as in elevated railroads
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- elevated railroads
- els
- railroads
- railways
- roads
- rails
- monorails