Élevée (en. High)
/el-eve/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Refers to something that is high in stature or importance.
His level of education is very high.
Son niveau d'éducation est très élevé.
Something that is high in terms of quality.
This product is of high quality.
Ce produit est d'une qualité élevée.
Used to express a considerable degree or intensity.
He has great high ambition.
Il a une grande ambition élevée.
Etymology
From the verb 'élever', coming from the Latin 'elevare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
elevated in tone
A tone that is more intense or charged with emotion.
élevée d'un ton
elevated situation
A situation that is considered to be of a high level.
situation élevée
elevated in dignity
Having an honorable or respected status.
élevée en dignité
Related Words
to elevate
Action of raising, increasing a level, or improving.
élever
elevation
The act of rising or reaching a higher level.
élevation
elevating device
A device used to lift or raise objects.
élevateur
Slang Meanings
Elevated in the sense of important or serious.
This is a significant problem that cannot be ignored.
C'est un problème élevé qu'on ne peut ignorer.
In the context of ambition, meaning very ambitious dreams or desires.
He has high goals for his career.
Il a des objectifs élevés pour sa carrière.