lifted
- 01 A2 Elementary
v.moved something to a higher position.
v.the past tense of lift, indicating the action of raising something to a higher level or position.
Simple“He lifted the heavy box onto the top shelf with some help.”
In context“The crane lifted the steel beam into place with remarkable precision, allowing the construction crew to secure the frame before the storm arrived.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.ended a rule, law, or restriction.
v.the past tense of lift, referring to the formal removal or rescinding of a restriction, ban, or legal requirement.
Simple“The government finally lifted the travel ban after the health crisis ended.”
In context“Once the security threat had been thoroughly neutralised, the authorities lifted the curfew, permitting residents to return to their normal routines.”
- 03 B1 Intermediate
adj.held or fixed in a high position.
adj.positioned or held at a higher level than the surrounding area.
Simple“She stood with a lifted chin, looking confident during her speech.”
In context“The architect designed a lifted platform for the garden, providing a clear view of the valley below while protecting the delicate plants.”
- 04 C1 Advanced
adj.taken without permission; stolen.
adj.describing property that has been taken illegally or shoplifted.
Simple“The police found the lifted car abandoned in a quiet alleyway.”
In context“The detective suspected the jewellery was lifted from the display case during the confusion of the fire alarm.”
UsageOften used in British English slang to describe shoplifted goods.
From lift + -ed.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.