raised

word · lemma: raise

/ˈɹeɪzd/
rayzd
/ɹˈeɪzd/
rayzd

Definition

'Raised' is the past form and past participle of 'raise'. It can mean lifted to a higher position, increased, or brought up and cared for as a child.

Usage & Nuances

Often used as an adjective after 'be': 'The price was raised', 'I was raised in Delhi'. Common patterns: 'raise your hand', 'raise prices', 'be raised by grandparents'. Don't confuse 'raise' with 'rise': you raise something, but something rises by itself.

Example Sentences

The company raised prices last month.

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She was raised by her grandparents.

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Nobody raised any concerns during the meeting.

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He raised his hand in class.

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I was raised to say thank you and mean it.

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When the topic came up, he raised an eyebrow and stayed quiet.

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