All Definitions for High
Below are all the dictionary definitions of high:
1Physically elevated, extending above a base or average level:
2Very elevated
3Extending or being far above a base
4Tall
5Lofty.
6Relatively elevated
7Rising or raised above the average or normal level from which elevation is measured.
8Above the batter's shoulders.
9Pertaining to (or, especially of a language: spoken in) in an area which is at a greater elevation, for example more mountainous, than other regions.
10Having a specified elevation or height
11Tall.
12Elevated in status, esteem, or prestige, or in importance or development
13Exalted in rank, station, or character.
14Most exalted
15Foremost.
16Of great importance and consequence: grave (if negative) or solemn (if positive).
17Consummate
18Anced (e.g. in development) to the utmost extent or culmination, or possessing a quality in its supreme degree, at its zenith.
19Advanced in complexity (and hence potentially abstract and/or difficult to comprehend).
20Elevated in mood
21Marked by great merriment, excitement, etc.
22Luxurious
23Rich.
24Lofty, often to the point of arrogant, haughty, boastful, proud.
25Keen, enthused.
26With tall waves.
27Remote (to the north or south) from the equator
28Situated at (or constituting) a latitude which is expressed by a large number.
29Large, great (in amount or quantity, value, force, energy, etc).
30Having a large or comparatively larger concentration of (a substance, which is often but not always linked by "in" when predicative).
31Acute or shrill in pitch, due to being of greater frequency, i.e. produced by more rapid vibrations (wave oscillations).
32Made with some part of the tongue positioned high in the mouth, relatively close to the palate.
33Greater in value than other cards, denominations, suits, etc.
34Having the highest rank in a straight, flush or straight flush.
35Winning
36Able to take a trick, win a round, etc.
37Strong-scented
38Slightly tainted/spoiled
39Beginning to decompose.
40Intoxicated
41Under the influence of a mood-altering drug, formerly usually alcohol, but now (from the mid-20th century) usually not alcohol but rather marijuana, cocaine, heroin, etc.
42Near, in its direction of travel, to the (direction of the) wind.
43Positioned up the field, towards the opposing team's goal.
44In or to an elevated position.
45In or at a great value.
46At a pitch of great frequency.
47A high point or position, literally (as, an elevated place
48A superior region
49A height
50The sky
51Heaven) or figuratively (as, a point of success or achievement
52A time when things are at their best, greatest, most numerous, maximum, etc).
53The maximum atmospheric temperature recorded at a particular location, especially during one 24-hour period.
54A period of euphoria, from excitement or from an intake of drugs.
55A drug that gives such a high.
56A large area of elevated atmospheric pressure
57An anticyclone.
58The highest card dealt or drawn.
59Extreme, excessive
60Ow specifically very traditionalist and conservative.
61To rise.
62A surname.
63Ellipsis of high school. [(education) An institution which provides all or part of secondary education.]
64Alternative form of hie (“to hasten”). [(intransitive, poetic) To hasten
65To go quickly, to hurry.]
About synonyms for high
Finding the right synonym for high helps writers avoid repetition and add precision to their work. Defined as "Physically elevated, extending above a base or average level:", high has 4 alternatives that can fit different contexts and tones.
Each synonym carries a slightly different shade of meaning. Heights is the most direct replacement in most situations. Luxuriously works well in formal or professional contexts. Richly is often preferred when the context calls for a more specific or nuanced expression.
When choosing a synonym, consider the connotation, formality level, and audience. Some alternatives work better in casual conversation while others shine in academic or professional writing. For example, using a more formal synonym in a business email can elevate your tone, while a casual synonym might feel more natural in creative writing or dialogue.
It is also worth noting that not all synonyms are perfectly interchangeable. The context of your sentence, the surrounding words, and the intended emotional impact all play a role in selecting the best alternative. The list above provides the most common and useful replacements for high, but always read your sentence aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally.