To raise (something) to a higher position.
To direct (the mind, thoughts, etc.) toward more worthy things.
To confer honor or nobility on (someone).
To promote (someone) to a higher rank.
To make (something or someone) more worthy or of greater value.
To increase the intensity or degree of (something).
To raise to the same level or status; to improve so as to make as good as others.
To progress to the next level of player character stats and abilities, often by acquiring experience points in role-playing games.