Synonyms of elevates

elevates

verb

present tense third-person singular of elevate

1

as in excites

to fill with great joy

seeing their son ordained as a priest was one of the most elevating moments in their lives

Synonyms & Similar Words

• excites
• elates
• intoxicates
• exhilarates
• delights
• pleases
• uplifts
• enraptures
• stimulates
• satisfies
• inspires
• transports
• warms
• contents
• gratifies
• gladdens
• rejoices
• commoves

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• depresses
• discourages
• demoralizes
• oppresses
• saddens
• disheartens
• distresses
• dispirits

2

as in lifts

to move from a lower to a higher place or position

the old trick of using a fat phone book to elevate a child to a more comfortable position at the table

Synonyms & Similar Words

• lifts
• raises
• uplifts
• heightens
• upholds
• boosts
• hoists
• ups
• heaves
• rises
• ascends
• perks (up)
• takes up
• hikes
• cranes
• hefts
• picks up
• mounts
• jacks (up)
• upraises
• upends
• rears

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• lowers
• drops
• falls
• descends
• plunges
• pushes
• dips
• slips
• depresses
• bears
• presses
• sinks
• pitches
• submerges

3

as in promotes

to move higher in rank or position

the announcement that the pope will elevate several prelates to the rank of cardinal

Synonyms & Similar Words

• promotes
• upgrades
• raises
• advances
• improves
• furthers
• heightens
• uplifts
• lifts
• ennobles
• kicks upstairs
• boosts
• exalts
• decorates
• celebrates
• commends
• forwards
• cites
• aggrandizes
• applauds
• congratulates
• hails
• honors
• extols
• knights
• salutes
• lauds
• glorifies
• compliments
• praises
• acclaims
• eulogizes
• commissions

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• reduces
• lowers
• degrades
• removes
• dismisses
• downgrades
• expels
• demotes
• overthrows
• demeans
• deposes
• humbles
• ousts
• impeaches
• humiliates
• dishonors
• shames
• abases
• denounces
• disgraces
• dethrones
• mortifies
• condemns
• unseats
• unmakes
• takes down
• damns
• censures
• reprobates

4

as in exalts

to assign a high status or value to

a decade in which greed and selfishness were elevated to the rank of virtues

Synonyms & Similar Words

• promotes
• lifts
• exalts
• ennobles
• dignifies
• enshrines
• magnifies
• raises
• aggrandizes
• heightens
• enthrones
• deifies
• boosts
• glorifies
• uplifts
• canonizes
• honors
• upgrades
• praises
• intensifies
• enskies
• romanticizes
• idealizes
• sanitizes
• extols
• lauds
• acclaims
• sugarcoats

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• degrades
• demeans
• humbles
• humiliates
• minimizes
• detracts
• belittles
• disparages
• decries
• depreciates
• abases

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of elevates

Rein explains that positive interactions release a powerful mix of oxytocin, serotonin, and dopamine, akin to MDMA's effects, while isolation elevates stress hormones like cortisol. — Kevin Kruse, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Ribbed trim around the neckline, sleeve cuffs, and hem elevates the look. — Kaitlin Marks, Travel + Leisure, 18 Aug. 2026

Democrats have approved a 2028 primary calendar that elevates South Carolina, Nevada and other diverse battlegrounds, sidelining Iowa while giving Black, Latino and union voters an early, decisive voice. — Mike Catalini, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2026

The drop-waist style is currently trending and elevates any mini. — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 12 Aug. 2026

However, the fresh look is what truly elevates it from other Marvel titles, a testament to how cross-cultural collaboration brings out the best in art. — Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 11 Aug. 2026

Using peak-season tomatoes and peaches elevates low-effort salad from delicious to sublime. — Ellie Krieger, Washington Post, 4 Aug. 2026

The plan includes menu innovation that elevates taste and quality, listening to how consumers interact with brands, and a new restaurant design. — Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2026

Some believe its energy not only elevates the spirit but also illuminates the thinning veil between worlds, making the Queen Mary an especially meaningful place to gather during these lunar celebrations. — Denis Akbari, USA Today, 3 Aug. 2026