raised
Translation
raised, embossed, elevated
Examples
The book cover has raised lettering.
The book cover has raised lettering.
He sat on a raised platform to give his speech.
He sat on a raised platform to give his speech.
Grammar Patterns
a raised ((noun)) higher than the surrounding area The map has a raised surface.
((be)) raised to be lifted up The platform was raised for the speaker.
Similar Words
Synonyms: elevated, embossed; Antonyms: flat, sunken, lowered
Etymology
The past participle of the verb 'to raise', used as an adjective.
Memory Tips
Imagine something that has been 'raised' up and is now higher than its surroundings.