Definitions

1. verb

to lift or move something upward

“She raised the heavy box onto the table.”

2. verb

to increase the value or amount of something

“The company will raise its prices next quarter.”

3. verb

to bring up or educate something or someone

“He raised his children to be respectful and kind.”

4. noun

a sudden increase in a price or rate

“The raise in gas prices affected our road trip plans.”

5. noun

a lift or movement upward

“The raise in the elevator was smooth and quiet.”

6. noun

a promotion or increase in rank or position

“After years of hard work, he received a raise at the office.”

7. noun

a place where something is raised or lifted, such as an embankment or a mound

“The raise in the garden was perfect for planting flowers.”

8. verb

to cause something to be lifted or raised, such as by a machine or a person

“The crane will raise the heavy load into the air.”

9. verb

to call or summon something or someone

“The alarm will raise the fire department in case of an emergency.”

10. verb

to make or bring something into existence

“The new law will raise awareness about environmental issues.”