raised

[ reyzd ]

adjective

1. fashioned or made as a surface design in relief.
2. Cooking. made light by the use of yeast or other ferment but not with baking powder, soda, or the like.

Other Words From

• non·raised adjective
• self-raised adjective
• un·raised adjective
• well-raised adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of raised¹

First recorded in 1595–1605; raise + -ed ²

Example Sentences

The nomination has raised questions over Gabbard's lack of experience in intelligence as well as accusations that she has in the past amplified Russia propaganda.

From BBC

The former Top Gear and Take Me Out host has so far cycled more than 200 miles and raised more than £3.3m for the charity.

From BBC

Neuralink, which has raised more than $600 million in venture capital, has developed an implant the size of a coin with tiny wires that record brain activity.

From Los Angeles Times

Perhaps more than an actor raised outside of Belfast, Petticrew was able to understand on a visceral level what compelled Dolours to commit acts of terrorism.

From Los Angeles Times

Jurado’s pitch to the señora: Born and raised in the district.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• bred
• educated
• trained