the state or fact of excelling; the possession of good qualities or abilities to an eminent or unusual degree; surpassing merit, skill or worth; excellence.

raised; elevated; being or placed at a higher place.

in a higher position, condition or region or world.

tending or directed toward a position that is higher or is regarded as being higher.

the upper portion, region or world.

(dance.) a hand gesture in which hands are thrown up.

a lung disease.