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High

UK /["/haɪ/","/ˈhaɪə(r)/"]/US /["/haɪ/","/ˈhaɪər/"]/

Definition

measuring a long distance from the bottom to the top

In simple words: At a great distance from the ground or a high level.

Examples

The mountain is very high.
She has a high level of intelligence.
The price of the ticket is too high for me.
He flew his kite very high in the sky.
Her voice is high-pitched and melodic.

Usage notes

Used to describe physical height or abstract levels such as prices or emotions. Avoid using 'high' to describe age; 'old' is preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

High sounds like 'sky' — think of the sky being very high above you.

Collocations

high price
high risk
high quality
high expectations
high spirits

Synonyms

tall
elevated
lofty
tremendous
great

Antonyms

low
small
short

Common mistakes

Confused with 'tall' - use 'tall' for people.
Using it to mean 'too much' in informal contexts.
Saying 'high from' instead of 'high on' when describing feelings.