raised
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for raised, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Higher than the surrounding surface; embossed or built up.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “raised” mean?
The word “raised” means higher than the surrounding surface; embossed or built up. In plain terms, lifted or built up above the surrounding level — or, for dough, made to rise with yeast.
How do you pronounce “raised”?
“Raised” is pronounced rayzd (/ɹeɪzd/ in IPA).
How do you use “raised” in a sentence?
Here is “raised” used in a sentence: “The invitation had raised gold lettering on thick card.”
What part of speech is “raised”?
“Raised” is an adjective.
Is “raised” a common word?
“Raised” is a very common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “raised” have?
“Raised” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: higher than the surrounding surface; embossed or built up.
What is an example of something 'raised'?
A stage raised above the floor, raised lettering on a bank card, a raised garden bed, or a raised pattern pressed into wallpaper are all examples. In each case the surface sits higher than what surrounds it, standing out by being built up rather than left flat or sunken.
What is the difference between 'raised' and 'embossed'?
'Raised' is the general word for any surface higher than its surroundings. 'Embossed' is more specific: it means a design or lettering deliberately pressed so it stands up in relief, as on a card or invitation. All embossed detail is raised, but not everything raised is embossed.
What is the opposite of 'raised'?
The opposites are 'recessed', 'sunken', or 'engraved', where a surface sits lower than its surroundings rather than higher. 'Flush' works when something is perfectly level with the surface, neither raised nor sunk. Embossed lettering, for instance, is the opposite of engraved lettering cut into the material.