raised

Definitions of raised
  1. adjective
    located or moved above the surround or above the normal position
    “a raised design”
    “raised eyebrows”
    Synonyms:
    elevated
    raised above the ground
    up
    open
    lifted, upraised
    held up in the air
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    Antonyms:
    lowered
    below the surround or below the normal position
    down
    shut
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  2. adjective
    embellished with a raised pattern created by pressure or embroidery
    “raised needlework”
    “raised metalwork”
    synonyms: brocaded, embossed
    adorned, decorated
    provided with something intended to increase its beauty or distinction
  3. adjective
    increased in amount or degree
    “raised temperature”
    synonyms: elevated
    increased
    made greater in size or amount or degree
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