elevated

[ el-uh-vey-tid ]

adjective

1. raised up, especially above the ground or above the normal level:

   an elevated platform; an elevated pulse.

2. exalted or noble; lofty:

   elevated thoughts.

3. elated; joyful.

noun

1. an elevated railroad.

elevated

/ ˈɛlɪˌveɪtɪd /

adjective

1. raised to or being at a higher level
2. inflated or lofty; exalted

   an elevated opinion of oneself

3. in a cheerful mood; elated
4. informal.
   slightly drunk

noun

1. short for elevated railway See elevated railway

Other Words From

• semi·ele·vated adjective
• un·ele·vated adjective
• well-ele·vated adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of elevated¹

First recorded in 1545–55; elevate + -ed ²

Example Sentences

The rookie from Notre Dame is facing the most difficult matchups of his NFL career since injuries elevated him into the starting lineup.

From Los Angeles Times

“We at SAG-AFTRA are proud to include this esteemed group of trained professionals as the newest to join our member body. May this continue to carve the path of elevated consideration for the feelings of safety for people and planet.”

From Los Angeles Times

The latest announcement comes after the FDA issued a public health alert back in March on six brands of cinnamon products that had elevated levels of lead and chromium.

From Salon

The agency is “continuing to analyze cinnamon and review sample results received from state partners who have been continuously sampling ground cinnamon at retail for elevated levels of lead,” according to its most recent notice.

From Salon

A few seconds later, he grabbed a miss from Mack and elevated for a ferocious putback dunk.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• exalted
• inflated