elevated

1 of 2

adjective

el·​e·​vat·​ed ˈe-lə-ˌvā-təd How to pronounce elevated (audio)
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 2

noun

Examples of elevated in a Sentence

Adjective Her poetry is known for its elevated style. an elevated monorail that transports visitors all over the theme park
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Adjective
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Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1553, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Noun

1881, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of elevated was in 1553

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Cite this Entry

“Elevated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elevated. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

elevated

1 of 2 adjective
el·​e·​vat·​ed ˈel-ə-ˌvāt-əd How to pronounce elevated (audio)
1
: raised especially above the ground
2
a
: being on a high level
b

elevated

2 of 2 noun
: el

Medical Definition

elevated

adjective
el·​e·​vat·​ed ˈel-ə-ˌvāt-əd How to pronounce elevated (audio)
: increased especially abnormally (as in degree or amount)
elevated blood pressure
elevated temperature

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