Soulevé (en. Raised)

/su.lə.ve/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Refers to something that has been raised.
The lid of the box is raised.
Le couvercle de la boîte est soulevé.
That has been moved upwards.
She raised her hand to ask a question.
Elle a soulevé la main pour poser une question.
When referring to a feeling, evokes a rise in emotion.
A hint of joy raised inside her.
Un soupçon de joie soulevé en elle.

Etymology

Past participle of the verb 'soulever', derived from the Latin 'sublīvāre'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

raise a debate
To provoke a discussion on a subject.
soulever un débat
raise questions
To awaken questions or concerns.
soulever des questions
lift the veil
To reveal secrets or hidden truths.
soulever le voile

Related Words

to lift
To raise something up.
soulever
lifting
Action of lifting or raising.
levage
momentum
Movement upward or a push.
élan

Slang Meanings

To be in a good state of mind.
Today, I am really lifted!
Aujourd'hui, je suis vraiment soulevé!
To have one's head in the clouds.
Since she heard the news, she has been uplifted.
Depuis qu'elle a appris la nouvelle, elle est soulevée.