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elevation

[ˌɛlɪˈveɪʃən]

elevation Definition

  • 1the action or fact of raising or being raised to a higher or more important level, state, or position
  • 2the height of a place above sea level

Using elevation: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "elevation" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The elevation of his status within the company was well-deserved.

  • Example

    The elevation of the mountain is over 5000 meters.

  • Example

    The elevation of the platform made it easier for the speaker to be seen and heard.

  • Example

    The elevation of the balloon allowed for a better view of the landscape.

elevation Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for elevation

Antonyms for elevation

Idioms Using elevation

  • in a position of great importance or power

    Example

    The CEO of the company is on high elevation, making all the major decisions.

  • reach new elevations

    achieve greater success or reach a higher level of achievement

    Example

    The athlete's hard work and dedication helped her reach new elevations in her sport.

  • achieve a higher level of importance or status

    Example

    The young politician rose to an elevation within the party, eventually becoming a senator.

Phrases with elevation

  • the act of improving one's spiritual or moral condition

    Example

    The book inspired her to seek elevation of the soul.

  • a type of computer security exploit in which a user with limited access gains elevated access to resources that should be restricted

    Example

    The IT department is working to prevent elevation of privilege attacks on the company's servers.

  • a document that shows the elevation of a property relative to the floodplain, used to determine flood insurance rates

    Example

    The bank required an elevation certificate before approving the mortgage.

Origins of elevation

from Latin 'elevatio', meaning 'a lifting up'

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Summary: elevation in Brief

The term 'elevation' [ˌɛlɪˈveɪʃən] refers to the act of raising or being raised to a higher level, state, or position, as well as the height of a place above sea level. Examples include 'The elevation of his status within the company was well-deserved.' and 'The elevation of the mountain is over 5000 meters.' Phrases like 'elevation of the soul' denote spiritual or moral improvement, while idioms like 'reach new elevations' imply achieving greater success.

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