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    Élevant (en. Raising)

    /e.le.vɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    That which increases, that which moves forward.
    This exercise is uplifting for my skills.
    Cet exercice est élevant pour mes compétences.
    That which elevates morale or spirit.
    His speech was very uplifting.
    Son discours était très élevant.
    Said of a feeling or experience that develops the soul.
    Classical music has an uplifting effect.
    La musique classique a un effet élevant.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'élever' which comes from the Latin 'elevare', meaning 'to lift'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    uplifting moment
    A moment that is particularly inspiring or moving.
    moment élevant
    significant needs
    Needs that require a high level of satisfaction or resources.
    besoins élevants
    uplifting spirits
    Feelings or attitudes that elevate the morale.
    spirits élevants

    Related Words

    to raise
    To make rise, to increase.
    élever
    breeding
    Practice of caring for and reproducing animals or plants.
    élevage
    to raise the stakes
    To raise the price of a bid or a proposal.
    élever les enchères

    Slang Meanings

    Raise the level
    It's time to raise the level in this discussion.
    Il est temps d’élever le niveau dans cette discussion.
    Raise the bar
    This performance really raised the bar for others.
    Cette performance a vraiment élevé la barre pour les autres.