elevate
/ˈelɪveɪt/ · /ˈeləveɪt/
CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #5890 in the learning path
抬高；举起
Definitions
v. To move something to a higher physical position
抬高；举起
v. To raise someone's status or improve the quality of something
提升地位；提高水平
v. To make someone feel happier or more hopeful
使情绪高昂
Example
The nurse used a pillow to elevate my ankle.
护士用枕头垫高了我的脚踝。
Access to advanced training can elevate professional standards and improve the quality of public services.
获得进阶培训的机会能够提升专业标准，并改善公共服务质量。
Collocations
- elevate a limb
- elevate standards
- elevate someone to a position
- elevate mood
Word family
- elevation (n.)
- elevated (adj.)
- elevator (n.)
Synonyms
- raise
- lift
Antonyms
- lower
Usage tip
及物动词；elevate A to B可表示将A提升至B。
FAQ
- What does elevate mean?
- To move something to a higher physical position To raise someone's status or improve the quality of something To make someone feel happier or more hopeful
- How is elevate pronounced?
- UK /ˈelɪveɪt/, US /ˈeləveɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
