Meaning & Definition of word "Levitate"
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Levitate
/ˈlɛvɪteɪt/
verb:
- 1. to rise or cause to rise and hover in the air, typically by means of supernatural or magical powers.
- Example: The magician made the table levitate as part of his stunning performance.
- 2. to rise or float in the air without apparent physical support.
- Example: During the experiment, the scientists observed the small object levitate above the surface.
- 3. to elevate in a way that seems to defy gravity.
- Example: She practiced meditation so deeply that she felt she could levitate above the ground.
Etymology
From Latin 'levitare', meaning to make light or to raise.
Common Phrases and Expressions
levitate above:
To rise or be elevated above a certain level.
levitate into the air:
To rise into the air apparently without support.
Related Words
levitation:
The act of rising or causing to rise and hover in the air.
levitator:
A device or person that creates levitation.
Slang Meanings of levitate
Meaning: To be extremely high or excited about something.
Example Sentence: After that promotion, she was completely levitate.
Meaning: Feeling on top of the world or euphoric.
Example Sentence: After they won the championship, the whole team was levitate.