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    Éleva (en. Raised)

    /e.le.va/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To elevate to a higher degree, to increase.
    The artist elevated his work to the rank of the greatest creations.
    L'artiste a élevé son œuvre au rang des plus grandes créations.
    To make grow, to increase.
    He raised his son in a healthy environment.
    Il a élevé son fils dans un environnement sain.
    To bring someone to a certain level of education or morality.
    She raised her children with strong values.
    Elle a élevé ses enfants avec des valeurs fortes.
    To proclaim or express forcefully.
    He raised his voice to be heard.
    Il a élevé sa voix pour se faire entendre.

    Etymology

    From the Latin verb 'elevare,' meaning 'to raise, to lift.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to raise one's voice
    To speak louder to be heard.
    élever la voix
    to raise a child
    To take care of a child's education and well-being.
    élever un enfant
    to rise up against
    To rebel or protest against something.
    s'élever contre
    to raise a debate
    To bring discussions to a deeper level.
    élever un débat

    Related Words

    livestock farming
    Action of raising animals.
    élevage
    elevation
    Process of elevation, action of raising something.
    élévation
    elevated
    Who is at a certain higher level.
    élevé
    education
    Action of raising, educating a person.
    éducation

    Slang Meanings

    To gain the upper hand over someone.
    He rose above the others in this competition.
    Il s'est élevé au-dessus des autres dans cette compétition.
    To improve one's social or professional situation.
    She elevated her status thanks to her new job.
    Elle a élevé son statut grâce à son nouveau travail.