elevation
elevation — noun
1. a detailed architectural drawing that shows what one outside face of a building
a detailed architectural drawing that shows what one outside face of a building looks like when viewed straight on
The architect showed us the front elevation of the new library building.
front / rear / side elevation
João studied the south elevation to check where the windows would go.
Every elevation in the set of drawings included detailed measurements.
The contractor compared the elevation drawings with the actual construction.
Haruto asked for a revised elevation showing the main entrance design.
- floor plan
shows a building from above looking down; elevation shows it from the side
文法句型
front/rear/side elevation
elevation of [structure]
用法筆記
Commonly paired with a compass direction or building side: 'north elevation', 'rear elevation'. The word 'elevation' alone in architecture almost always refers to a drawing, not to the physical wall itself.
常見錯誤
2. the distance that a place is above a fixed reference point, usually the surface
the distance that a place is above a fixed reference point, usually the surface of the sea, measured in metres or feet
The village sits at an elevation of 1,200 metres above sea level.
at an elevation of [number] + unit
Amihan's home town has the highest elevation in the entire province.
At 5,200 metres elevation, Takeshi struggled to fill his lungs with oxygen.
Hikers checked the elevation on their watches every hour.
Trees at this elevation grow more slowly because of the strong wind.
文法句型
at an elevation of [number]
elevation of [number] [unit]
用法筆記
Often followed by a specific measurement: 'at an elevation of 500 m'. 'Altitude' is a near-synonym but is more common for aircraft and flying objects; 'elevation' is preferred for fixed geographical points.
常見錯誤
3. an area of land that rises above the surrounding ground, such as a hill or a rid
an area of land that rises above the surrounding ground, such as a hill or a ridge
The old church was built on a small elevation overlooking the river valley.
From that grassy elevation, Benjamin could see the entire coastline.
The army set up camp on an elevation that gave them a clear view.
Putri climbed to a grassy elevation and sat down to rest.
The road curved around several rocky elevations before reaching the coast.
- hill
more common and everyday; 'elevation' is more formal and often sounds literary
- ridge
a long narrow high part of land; 'elevation' can be any shape
- high ground
usually refers to a strategic military position
- valley
low land between hills or mountains
- depression
a sunken area of land
文法句型
on a/an elevation
from an elevation
用法筆記
Describes a natural landform, not a man-made structure. Often modified by adjectives describing the surface ('grassy', 'rocky') or size ('small', 'gentle'). More formal or literary than 'hill'.
常見錯誤
4. the act of giving someone a more important job or higher rank, especially in a f
the act of giving someone a more important job or higher rank, especially in a formal or official setting
Her elevation to department head surprised no one who knew her work.
elevation to [position/role]
The board announced the elevation of two junior managers to senior roles.
After his elevation, Ishaan took charge of the entire Asia division.
The company's rapid elevation of young talent created a dynamic workplace.
Élise celebrated her elevation with a small dinner for close colleagues.
- promotion
the standard everyday term; 'elevation' is more formal and less common
- advancement
focuses on career progress rather than the specific event of promotion
- rise
informal; 'his rise through the ranks' emphasises the journey
- demotion
being moved to a lower position or rank
文法句型
elevation of [person]
elevation to [position]
用法筆記
More formal than the everyday word 'promotion'. Typically used in official announcements, historical accounts, or formal writing about organisational structure. Less common in casual conversation.
常見錯誤
5. a rise in the amount, level, or degree of something, especially when the rise is
a rise in the amount, level, or degree of something, especially when the rise is noticeable or beyond the normal range
Doctors observed an elevation in the patient's white blood cell count.
elevation in [medical measurement]
The sudden elevation of temperatures caused the snow to melt quickly.
Scientists reported a worrying elevation of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
Ongoing stress can cause an elevation of blood pressure for hours.
The test results showed an abnormal elevation of liver enzyme levels.
文法句型
elevation in [measurement]
elevation of [substance/level]
用法筆記
Often found in medical or scientific writing where a measurable quantity rises above a reference range. 'Increase' is the more general everyday word; 'elevation' often implies the rise is noteworthy or clinically relevant.
常見錯誤
6. the ability of a dancer or athlete to jump high off the ground and appear to sta
the ability of a dancer or athlete to jump high off the ground and appear to stay briefly suspended in the air
The ballet dancer's elevation was so impressive that the audience gasped.
Rin trained for years to improve her elevation during the grand jeté.
elevation during [dance move]
Judges look for both height and control in a gymnast's elevation.
Hamza's powerful elevation on the court helped him block several shots.
Ife held her grand jeté pose, floating at the peak of her elevation.
文法句型
[person]'s elevation
elevation in [sport/dance]
用法筆記
A technical term in classical ballet and certain sports. Describes the quality of the jump rather than the jump itself. In ballet, 'ballon' refers to the illusion of floating while hanging in the air; 'elevation' refers to the height achieved.