high implies marked extension upward and is applied chiefly to things which rise from a base or foundation or are placed at a conspicuous height above a lower level.

HIGH definition: having a great or considerable extent or reach upward or vertically; lofty; tall. See examples of high used in a sentence.

Define high. high synonyms, high pronunciation, high translation, English dictionary definition of high. adj. high·er , high·est 1. a. Having a relatively great elevation; extending far upward: a high …

High (computability), a quality of a Turing degree, in computability theory High (tectonics), in geology an area where relative tectonic uplift took or takes place Substance intoxication, also known by the …

high adjective (IMPORTANT) B2 having power, an important position, or great influence: an officer of high rank

If something is high, it is a long way above the ground, above sea level, or above a person or thing. I looked down from the high window. The bridge was high, jacked up on wooden piers. The sun was …

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high /haɪ/ adj. andadv., -er, -est, n. lofty: a high wall. (of things) having a specified height: The tree is 20 feet high. elevated: a high ledge. greater than or going beyond the usual degree, measure, or …

Use the adjective high to describe something with a great elevation. If you want to see a really high mountain, you should visit Mount Everest.

Definition of high adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.