Altitude: meaning, definitions and examples

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altitude

 

[ ˈæltɪtjuːd ]

Context #1 | Noun

in aviation

The height above the ground or sea level at which an aircraft is flying.

Synonyms

elevation, height, level

Examples of usage

  • The pilot adjusted the altitude to avoid turbulence.
  • The plane reached a cruising altitude of 35,000 feet.
Context #2 | Noun

in geography

The vertical distance of a point or object above a reference point, such as sea level or the earth's surface.

Synonyms

elevation, height, level

Examples of usage

  • The city is located at an altitude of 500 meters above sea level.
  • The mountain climber experienced altitude sickness at high elevations.
Context #3 | Noun

general

A high place or region.

Synonyms

elevation, height, level

Examples of usage

  • The mountain village was situated at a serene altitude.
  • The hotel offers breathtaking views from its altitude.

Translations

Translations of the word "altitude" in other languages:

🇵🇹 altitude

🇮🇳 ऊँचाई

🇩🇪 Höhe

🇮🇩 ketinggian

🇺🇦 висота

🇵🇱 wysokość

🇯🇵 高度 (こうど)

🇫🇷 altitude

🇪🇸 altitud

🇹🇷 irtifa

🇰🇷 고도 (高度)

🇸🇦 ارتفاع

🇨🇿 nadmořská výška

🇸🇰 nadmorská výška

🇨🇳 高度 (gāodù)

🇸🇮 nadmorska višina

🇮🇸 hæð

🇰🇿 биіктік

🇬🇪 სიმაღლე

🇦🇿 hündürlük

🇲🇽 altitud

Etymology

The word 'altitude' originated from the Latin word 'altitudo', derived from 'altus' meaning 'high'. It has been used in various contexts to refer to the height above a specific point, whether in aviation, geography, or general elevation. Altitude plays a crucial role in aviation for safe flying and navigation, while in geography, it defines the vertical distance of a location. The concept of altitude has been significant in human history, especially in exploration and understanding of the Earth's topography.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,462 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.