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as in lifted
being positioned above a surface
an elevated monorail that transports visitors all over the theme park
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as in eloquent
very dignified in form, tone, or style
the elevated language of Lincoln's Gettysburg Address
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as in increased
being at a higher level than average
for the next several days temperatures will be a little elevated for this time of year
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as in high
having, characterized by, or arising from a dignified and generous nature
the offspring of this very wealthy family have been instilled with the elevated notion that they should devote their lives to public service
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as in soaring
located at a greater height than average or usual
from their elevated position the machine gunners had a commanding view of the whole battlefield
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as in ecstatic
experiencing or marked by overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
she's been in an elevated mood all week after hearing that she got the promotion
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as in excited
to fill with great joy
seeing their son ordained as a priest was one of the most elevating moments in their lives
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as in raised
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
the old trick of using a fat phone book to elevate a child to a more comfortable position at the table
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as in promoted
to move higher in rank or position
the announcement that the pope will elevate several prelates to the rank of cardinal
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as in exalted
to assign a high status or value to
a decade in which greed and selfishness were elevated to the rank of virtues
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Recent Examples of elevated
Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 21 Apr. 2025
The story is described as an elevated psychological thriller — Body Heat meets Poe’s The Tell-Tale Heart.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2025
Bob Harkins, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
Metrics As False Idols Compounding the problem is the modern obsession with agile metrics—velocity, burn-down charts, cycle times—that have been elevated to near-sacred status.
—Federico Imparatta, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Last year, Francis approved new funeral rites that call for his body to be on view in a simple coffin rather than being placed on an elevated bier, the Associated Press reported.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 21 Apr. 2025
The story is described as an elevated psychological thriller — Body Heat meets Poe’s The Tell-Tale Heart.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2025
Verb
After Sheldon Adelson died in 2021, Dumont was elevated to president and chief operating officer.
—Bob Harkins, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
Metrics As False Idols Compounding the problem is the modern obsession with agile metrics—velocity, burn-down charts, cycle times—that have been elevated to near-sacred status.
—Federico Imparatta, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for elevated
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Notably, the hues of navy and blue work well together to portray the actor as eloquent in matters of style.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
18 Apr. 2025
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His book is a distraught but eloquent cry against our tolerance for other people’s calamities.—
Fintan O’Toole,
New York Times,
25 Feb. 2025
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Due to increased demands and depletion during intense exercise, athletes may need 10-20% more magnesium than less active individuals.—
Erika Prouty,
Health,
21 Apr. 2025
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His place in the side is arguably at its most fragile since Emery arrived in October 2022, weakened by minor injuries stifling rhythm and confidence, plus increased competition: first from Jhon Duran and latterly Marcus Rashford.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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With their flood of light and color, Yi Ming’s paintings have sold for high prices at charity auctions and have brought the artists invitations to design work for events both in China and abroad.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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The highest levels of these chemicals were found near the children’s beds.—
Beth Ann Mayer,
Parents,
23 Apr. 2025
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And if Graham somehow falls to No. 10, the Bears should be ecstatic.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Apr. 2025
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Naturally, fans were ecstatic to see the fan-favorite TNA Champion, with the internet immediately celebrating his WrestleMania moment.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Apr. 2025
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Rather than keeping your heart set on an Ivy League or other ultra-reach school, revisit your college list and notes from your college visits to remind yourself what excited you about the other schools on your list.—
Christopher Rim,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Many are excited by the shift in direction of these books.—
Rob Wieland,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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As part of the plan, the United States immediately lifted its pause on sharing intelligence with Ukraine, and will resume security assistance to that country, which was invaded by Russia more than three years ago.—
Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2025
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Raymond James analyst David Long also said Wells Fargo’s operating losses would likely narrow even further if the cap were to be lifted.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2025
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Vogue Ukraine has always supported and promoted young national talents.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
3 Jan. 2025
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Pippen was promoted from his two-way deal to a roster contract and has played every game for a team with the second-best record in the West.—
Eric Koreen,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Captured by the Landsat 8 Operational Land Imager on 19 July 2024, the photograph shows an aerial view of the harbor, and the 34 islands and peninsulas that form the National and State park, drawing attention to its historical and cultural importance.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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In an aerial view, a container ship is seen docked at the Port of Oakland in Oakland, California, on April 18, 2025.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Elevated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elevated. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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