Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

levitation

noun
/ˌlɛvɪˈteɪʃən/
Definition
The act of rising or lifting into the air without any physical support.
Examples
  • The magician amazed the audience with his impressive levitation trick.
  • In the experiments, scientists explored the phenomenon of magnetic levitation.
  • Many stories of ancient mystics involve tales of levitation during meditation.
Meaning
Levitation refers to a state where an object or person seems to float or hover in the air, typically as a result of an influence that counteracts gravity.
Synonyms
  • floating
  • hovering
  • uplift
  • ascension