elevate
2 ENTRIES FOUND:
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elevates;
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elevating
Britannica Dictionary definition of ELEVATE
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1
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to lift (something) up
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The doctor told her to elevate [=raise] her leg.
2
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to increase the level of (something)
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to make (something) higher
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exercises that elevate the heart rate
3
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to raise (someone) to a higher rank or level
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He was elevated to (the position of) chairman. = He was elevated to the chairmanship.
4
somewhat formal
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to improve the mind or mood of (someone)
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A great book can both elevate and entertain its readers.
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A great book can elevate the human spirit.
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It was an elevating [=uplifting] experience.
