Levé (en. Survey)

/ləve/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
That which has been raised or elevated.
The flag was raised at the top of the mast.
Le drapeau était levé au sommet du mât.
Refers to a person who is awake or standing.
He is already up at this hour.
Il est déjà levé à cette heure-ci.

Etymology

Comes from the verb 'lever', derived from the Latin 'levare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

take one's foot off the gas
Slow down or decrease the pace.
lever le pied
lift the veil
Reveal a secret or a truth.
lever le voile
get up early
Wake up early in the morning.
se lever de bonne heure

Related Words

to raise
Action of lifting something.
lever
elevation
The act of elevating something.
élévation
raising
Result of the action of raising.
levée

Slang Meanings

To succeed or be recognized.
He really rose with his last album.
Il a vraiment levé avec son dernier album.
To be in a good state of mind.
I'm feeling good this morning, ready to face the day.
Je suis bien levé ce matin, prêt à affronter la journée.