This is the 2170th most frequent Spanish word.
elevar
To raise or elevate.
Here, 'elevar' is used to mean 'to raise' or 'to lift up' something, specifically in a engineering context where an object or structure's height is being increased.
Los ingenieros pueden elevar la altura del puente.
The engineers can raise the height of the bridge.
In this example, 'elevar' addresses the improvement or sophistication of the discussion level, metaphorically raising its quality or standard.
Es importante elevar el nivel de la discusión.
It is important to elevate the level of the discussion.
Here, 'elevar' is utilized in a figurative sense, referring to an enhancement or upliftment in one's spiritual state through meditation practices.