The process by which words rise from humble beginnings to positi

The process by which words rise from humble beginnings to positions of importance is called （ ） of meaning.
A、extension
B、narrowing
C、transfer
D、elevation
【正确答案】：D
【题目解析】：词义的升格（或改良）指词语从一开始的卑微的地位提升到重要地位的过程。