English dictionary
elevate
verbPronunciation
ˈɛləveɪt
Parts of speech
Definitions
verb
- raise in rank or condition
verb
- raise from a lower to a higher position
verb
- give a promotion to or assign to a higher position
Example sentences
The new law lifted many people from poverty
Raise your hands
Lift a load
John was kicked upstairs when a replacement was hired
Women tend not to advance in the major law firms
I got promoted after many years of hard work