This is the 12346th most frequent French word.
érigée
"Érigée" means "erected" or "raised."
The word 'érigée' is used in the past participle form to describe the action of constructing or establishing an object, such as a statue.
Une statue magnifique a été érigée au centre de la ville.
A magnificent statue was erected in the city center.
Here, 'érigée' is used metaphorically to indicate elevating someone or something to a status symbol or position.
Elle est érigée en symbole de liberté par ses partisans.
She is elevated to a symbol of freedom by her supporters.
In this sentence, 'érigée' again refers to the past construction of the tower, emphasizing its historical significance.