Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
aggrade
verb
/əˈɡräd/
Definition
To elevate or raise in rank or importance, or to build up land by depositing sediment.
Examples
- The river began to aggrade the valley, leaving behind rich soil.
- In his new role, he hoped to aggrade the company’s reputation in the industry.
Meaning
Aggrade refers to the process of increasing the height of land by the accumulation of sediment, or metaphorically, to elevate someone’s status or quality.
Synonyms
- Enhance
- Elevate
- Promote
- Raise
- Uplift
