Definition of High
High
high
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
tall or towering, extending far in the vertical direction, or located in an elevated position;
e.g. The house was surrounded by a high wall. The bird soared high above the ground.
(adjective)
having a large numerical value, or having a size, quantity, or intensity that is greater than normal;
e.g. We don't shop there due to the high price of their products. Her temperature is somewhat high because she is unwell.
(adjective)
of great importance, rank, or status, lofty and superior in a moral or cultural sense;
e.g. She works as a high official in the company. He has high goals of ending world hunger.
(adjective)
having a shrill pitch, produced by a frequency at the upper end of the audible range;
e.g. I heard the high voices and squeals of children playing.
(adjective)
(informal) made euphoric or intoxicated or otherwise under the effect/influence of drugs or alcohol;
e.g. We guessed that he was high from the way he was stumbling.
(noun)
an elevated level, point, or amount, such as a powerful setting;
e.g. Sales were at a high when the company decided to expand its operations. The fan was on high to keep us as cool as possible.
(noun)
a moment or period of particular happiness or success;
e.g. He was on a high because he was offered his dream job.
(adverb)
to a particular elevation or at a considerable elevation;
e.g. The lamp stood about two feet high.
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