(technology, electronics) Advanced in development
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Significant in elevation
“The view from the summit of the high mountain was spectacular.”
In the sky or in the air
“Catching the high ball is a very useful skill for the full back and wings in the game of rugby.”
Great in rank or status
“He was promoted to a high position in government and set about pushing for the policies he advocated to be enacted.”
Great in importance or urgency
“This matter is of a high priority and requires your immediate attention.”
Morally or ethically superior
“Despite pressure from his detractors, he remained committed to his high principles.”
Great, or greater than normal, in quantity or size
“He began to consume high amounts of carbohydrates in preparation for his upcoming marathon.”
Great, or greater than normal, in price
“The price of bananas is high right now due to a reduction in supply.”
Superior in quality or caliber
“Our latest product will have to be of a high standard before we release it to the public.”
Great, or greater than normal, in intensity
“We are expecting heavy rain and high winds tomorrow afternoon.”
Given or conducive to self-indulgence
“He won the lottery and lived the high life thereafter.”
Very favorable
“His outstanding performance drew high praise from everyone.”
(of a sound or note) Having a frequency at the upper end of the auditory range
“Michael underwent nose surgery so he could sing high notes.”
A state of elation
“His spirits were high after he secured his dream job.”
(technology, electronics) Advanced in development
“The city aims to diversify the region's economy away from heavy industry into high technology.”
(of one's attitude or comportment) Lofty, to the point of being arrogant
“His constant high tone of voice was an irritation to those who knew him.”
Feeling euphoric, typically from the effects of narcotics
“I was going to clean my room until I got high.”
Feeling euphoric, typically from the effects of alcohol
“And if it wasn't smack, then they were sure to be getting high on booze.”
(of food, meat) Strong-smelling, slightly spoiled and beginning to decompose
“Epicures prefer to have game cooked only once it is high.”
Excessive or extreme in amount, level or degree
Noble and generous in spirit
Of great excellence, grandeur or beauty
Experiencing a feeling of positivity, satisfaction, or enjoyment
Showing wild, almost deranged, excitement and energy
(neutral or positive) Of a high or the highest degree or intensity
Full of fervor
Dangerously high or steep
Giving strength, energy and vitality
In the measurement of height
Spirited and full of energy
In a state of nervous excitement or anxiety
Highly stimulating to the senses
Related to, belonging to, carried out, or exercised by a king or queen or a member of their family
(archaic, of a person) Having the characteristics attributed to noble birth
A high point or position
“Fuel taxes were at an all-time high and the citizens were furious.”
A point of success or achievement
“Winning the gold medal at the Olympics was the high of his sporting career.”
(a high) A period of euphoria
“Billy experienced a high when Monique agreed to go on a date with him.”
The upper atmosphere surrounding the earth (the sky)
“A stork appeared on high, perhaps a sign of good things to come.”
A sudden feeling of excitement and pleasure
A front, high, or line used to represent atmospheric conditions on a map
A person's best performance at a task to date
An increase in value, amount or degree
At an elevated position
“We spotted an eagle soaring high above the forest's canopy.”
Indicative, or showing signs, of wealth or luxury
“He chose to live high every day, as if there was no tomorrow.”
(of the tide) Rising in level
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