ˈlevəˌtāt verb
( -ed/-ing/-s )
Etymology: levity + -ate
intransitive verb
: to rise or float in the air especially in seeming defiance of gravitation (as objects at a spiritualistic seance)
transitive verb
: to lift, suspend, or cause to move in the air especially in seeming defiance of gravitation
levitating being the term used by spiritualistic mediums for causing chairs and tables to rise into the air without apparent motivation — Alva Johnston
we are levitated between acceptance and disbelief — Sean O'Faolain
Synonyms: see rise