Pronunciation: /reɪzd/
noun an increase in amount, level, or degree
A1 She was happy to receive a raise in her salary.
A2 The raised platform made it easier for everyone to see the performance.
B1 The community raised funds to support the local school.
B2 The raised concerns about the project's impact on the environment.
C1 The raised in taxes led to protests from the citizens.
C2 The raised of the issue at the meeting sparked a heated debate.
verb to lift or move to a higher position
A1 She raised her hand to ask a question in class.
A2 The teacher raised the issue of bullying during the school assembly.
B1 The company raised prices due to increased production costs.
B2 The government raised taxes to fund public infrastructure projects.
C1 The organization raised awareness about climate change through a series of campaigns.
C2 The charity raised millions of dollars for humanitarian aid in war-torn regions.
adjective elevated or lifted up
A1 She raised her hand to ask a question in class.
A2 The raised platform made it easier for the audience to see the speaker.
B1 The raised concerns about the project's budget were addressed in the meeting.
B2 The raised voices in the argument indicated escalating tension.
C1 The raised platform provided a better view of the stage for VIP guests.
C2 His raised status in the company allowed him to make important decisions.
formal The company raised funds through a successful IPO.
informal She raised her hand to ask a question in class.
slang I raised some serious cash selling my old stuff online.
figurative His actions raised suspicions among his colleagues.
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