lifts, raises, elevates
1. third person singular present tense of 'elevar'; to lift or raise something to a higher position
The crane lifts the heavy load.
O guindaste eleva a carga pesada.
2. to increase in degree, intensity, or level
This achievement elevates his status in the company.
Esta conquista eleva seu status na empresa.
3. to promote or advance someone to a higher rank or position
The director elevates promising employees to management roles.
O diretor eleva funcionários promissores para cargos de gerência.
Related Idioms & Phrases
eleva a cabeça - to hold one's head high
eleva o tom - to raise one's voice
eleva a moral - to boost morale
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