high
high
haɪ
hai
British pronunciation
/haɪ/

Definition & Meaning of "high"in English

01

having a relatively great vertical extent

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The high mountain peaks were covered in snow.
He built a high fence around his garden to keep out the deer.
02

having a value or level greater than usual or expected, often in terms of numbers or measurements

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She had a high fever and needed to see a doctor.
She reached a high score on the exam and was proud of her achievement.
03

having a rank that is above others in a hierarchy or organization

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She holds a high position in the company hierarchy.
The military officer is high ranking.
04

having a pitch that is above the normal or lower range of sounds

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The bird 's song had a high, melodic pitch.
She reached a high note during her performance.
05

feeling very happy and full of excitement

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The team was high on excitement after their unexpected win.
His high spirits were contagious during the celebration.
06

experiencing euphoria, typically caused by the use of drugs or alcohol

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He felt unusually talkative and energetic after getting high.
She was clearly high after taking the substance.
07

having a strong, unpleasant odor, typically from meat that is starting to spoil

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The high smell of the meat made it clear it was spoiled.
There was a high odor coming from the old cuts of meat.
08

associated with superior quality, refined taste, or intellectual sophistication

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The museum displayed high art from famous painters.
The gallery featured high art from the Renaissance period.
09

very favorable or positive in opinion

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She had a high opinion of his abilities.
He holds high regard for his mentor.
10

referring to the peak or most active period

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The Riviera comes alive during the high season, with festivals, events, and a vibrant nightlife.
The high season on the Riviera brings a wave of tourists, making it the most active time of the year.
high
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at a great distance or elevation from the ground or a reference point

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The birds circled high in the air before landing on the roof.
The basketball player jumped high to make a slam dunk.
02

at a great or elevated price

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The luxury car was priced high due to its advanced features and premium materials.
They paid high for the vintage car, but it was worth every penny.
03

at a high pitch or frequency

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The sound echoed high through the empty hall.
The children laughed high, their joy filling the air.
04

to or at an important or elevated position

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He aims high in his career, hoping to become a CEO one day.
He rose high in the political world, eventually becoming a key advisor.
High
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an educational institution for students typically between the ages of 14 and 18

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She graduated from high with honors and went on to study engineering.
After finishing at high, he decided to take a gap year before attending college.
02

the highest or most significant moment or level

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Winning the award was the high of her career.
The concert reached its high when the band performed their hit song.
03

the gear in a motor vehicle used for driving at higher speeds or for maximum performance

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He shifted into high for the highway drive.
When climbing the mountain, the vehicle was in 4WD high.
04

a place or location that is elevated or situated at a great height

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We reached the high just in time to catch the sunset.
The hikers rested at a high before continuing their ascent.
05

a feeling of euphoria caused by drugs or alcohol

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After taking the substance, he experienced a high that lasted for hours.
The high from the alcohol made her feel more confident and carefree.
06

a state of intense happiness or excitement

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She was still riding the high of her promotion at work.
The team celebrated the high of their unexpected victory.
07

the greatest level, value, or amount that something reaches within a certain time, place, or situation, such as temperature, price, or measurement

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The temperature hit a high of 35 ° C today.
Stock prices reached a high this afternoon.
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