elevated

• Describe algo que está por encima del nivel, rango o calidad común; también se usa para referirse a un lenguaje, ideas o posiciones refinados, formales o sublimes.

Describes something that is raised in level, rank, or quality; often used to refer to sophisticated or formal language, thoughts, or positions.

1. Raised in positionB1formal

   Situated or placed at a higher level or position.

   Elevado (en posición)

   • The elevated platform gave the speaker a better view of the audience.
   • The house is built on an elevated area to avoid flooding.
   • The train runs on an elevated track above the city streets.

   Sinónimosalofthighliftedraiseduplifted

   Antónimosdepressedlowloweredsunken

2. Increased in amount or levelB2formal

   Higher than normal in quantity, degree, or intensity.

   elevado (aumentado)

   • The patient has an elevated heart rate.
   • There is an elevated risk of infection after surgery.
   • The report shows elevated levels of pollution in the river.

   Sinónimosaugmentedhighincreasedinflatedraised

   Antónimosdecreaseddiminishedlowloweredreduced

3. High in rank or statusB2formal

   Having a high social, professional, or moral position.

   Elevado en rango o estatus

   • She holds an elevated position in the company.
   • The speech was full of elevated sentiments about justice.
   • He comes from an elevated social background.

   Sinónimosaugustdistinguishedeminentexaltedhigh-rankingloftynobleprestigious

   Antónimosbasehumbleinferiorlowly

• Sustantivo que designa un ferrocarril urbano que funciona con electricidad y cuyas vías están elevadas sobre el nivel de la calle.

A noun referring to a railway that is powered by electricity and runs on a track raised above street level.

1. Elevated railwayB2informalamerican

   A railway that is powered by electricity and runs on a track raised above street level.

   Ferrocarril elevado

   • We took the elevated to get downtown quickly.
   • The city's elevated system connects the suburbs to the center.
   • The elevated rattled loudly as it passed overhead.

   Sinónimoselevated railwayloverhead railway

• Verbo que se usa para indicar la acción de levantar algo a una posición más alta o de aumentar su nivel o estatus.

A verb used to indicate the act of lifting something to a higher position, or raising something to a higher level or status.

1. Raise physicallyB1formal

   To lift something to a higher position.

   elevar físicamente

   • The platform can elevate the stage by two meters.
   • He elevated the painting to hang it on the wall.
   • The hydraulic system elevates the car for repairs.

   Sinónimosboostheavehoistliftraiseupliftupraise

   Antónimosdepressdescenddroplower

2. Improve status or rankB2formal

   To promote someone to a higher rank or position.

   Ascender a un cargo superior

   • The company elevated her to the position of vice president.
   • He was elevated to the board of directors.
   • The king elevated the knight to a noble title.

   Sinónimosadvanceaggrandizedignifyennobleexaltpromoteraiseupgrade

   Antónimosdegradedemotedowngradelowerreduce

3. Improve quality or levelB2formal

   To make something better, more important, or more intense.

   elevar

   • The new policy aims to elevate the standard of living.
   • Her speech elevated the mood of the entire audience.
   • Regular exercise can elevate your overall health.

   Sinónimosadvanceboostenhanceimproveraiserefineupgradeuplift

   Antónimosdebasedegradedemotediminishlowerreduce