This is the 3332nd most frequent Japanese word.
掲げる
To raise, display, or publish (e.g., a flag, ideal, or statement).
掲げる in this sentence is used metaphorically to mean 'to set'. It represents setting goals or principles to aim for in life or work.
彼は目標を高く掲げる。
He sets high goals.
掲げる here is used literally to mean 'to hold up' or 'to raise'. It involves physically raising something to display or share with others.
デモ参加者たちはプラカードを掲げた。
The demonstrators held up placards.
掲げる is used figuratively to mean 'to adopt or propose'. It conveys the idea of announcing or promoting a principle or idea publicly.