Question

read the excerpt from paragraph 17 and the dictionary definition.
\we are both humbled and elevated by the honour and privilege that you, the people of south africa, have bestowed on us...\
elevated el-uh-vey-tid

1. raised above the ground
2. increased abnormally
3. lofty
4. joyful

which dictionary definition best supplies the meaning of the word elevated as used in the sentence?
a. definition 1
b. definition 2
c. definition 3
d. definition 4

Explanation:

In the context of the sentence, "elevated" is used to describe an emotional or moral state. "Lofty" (definition 3) implies a sense of being uplifted or having a noble, elevated feeling, which fits the context of being honored. Definition 1 (raised above the ground) is too literal. Definition 2 (increased abnormally) is not relevant. Definition 4 (joyful) is too simplistic compared to the more profound and noble connotation of "lofty".

Answer:

C. definition 3