raised

UK: reɪzd | US: reɪzd

Definition

  1. adj. elevated or lifted up

  2. vt. past tense and past participle of "raise" (to lift or move upward)

  3. vt. brought up or nurtured (e.g., children)

  4. vt. increased in amount or level (e.g., prices, awareness)

Structure
raise <lift>ed <past participle suffix>
Etymology

The word "raised" originates from the Old Norse "reisa," meaning "to lift or erect," which merged with Old English "rǣran" (to rear or set upright). The suffix "-ed" marks it as the past tense or past participle form of "raise." Over time, its meaning expanded metaphorically to include nurturing (e.g., raising children) and increasing quantities (e.g., raising funds). The morpheme "raise" retains its core sense of upward motion, while "-ed" anchors it in completed action.

Examples

  1. She raised her hand to ask a question.

  2. The flag was raised at dawn.

  3. He was raised in a small village.

  4. The company raised salaries by 10%.

  5. Concerns were raised about safety procedures.