elevation
(noun)
noun
1. the event of something being raised upward
- an elevation of the temperature in the afternoon
Similar word(s): lift, raising
Definition categories: event, ascension, ascent, rise, rising
2. the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development
Similar word(s): acme, height, meridian, peak, pinnacle, summit, superlative, tiptop, top
Definition categories: state, degree, level, point, stage
3. angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object)
Similar word(s): altitude
Definition categories: link
4. a raised or elevated geological formation
Definition categories: object, formation
5. distance of something above a reference point (such as sea level)
- there was snow at the higher elevations
Definition categories: attribute, distance
6. (ballet) the height of a dancer's leap or jump
- a dancer of exceptional elevation
Definition categories: attribute, leap
7. drawing of an exterior of a structure
Definition categories: man–made, plan
8. the act of increasing the wealth or prestige or power or scope of something
- his elevation to cardinal
Similar word(s): aggrandisement, aggrandizement
Definition categories: act, increase
Sentences with elevation as a noun:
- the elevation of grain; elevation to a throne; elevation to sainthood; elevation of mind, thoughts, or character
- A hill is an elevation of the ground.
- the elevation of the pole, or of a star