elevation
Translation
elevation, altitude, height, promotion
Examples
The city is at an elevation of 5,000 feet.
The city is at an elevation of 5,000 feet.
Her elevation to CEO was a surprise.
Her elevation to CEO was a surprise.
The architect showed us the front elevation of the house.
The architect showed us the front elevation of the house.
Grammar Patterns
an elevation of ((number)) ((unit)) specifies height The city is at an elevation of 5,000 feet.
elevation to ((position)) refers to a promotion Her elevation to CEO was a surprise.
Similar Words
Synonyms: altitude, height, promotion; Antonyms: depression, descent
Etymology
From Latin 'elevatio' (a lifting up). It's the noun form of the verb 'elevate'.
Memory Tips
The 'elevation' of a mountain is its height. An 'elevation' in rank is a promotion.