Height: meaning, definitions and examples

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height

 

[ haɪt ]

Context #1 | Noun

physical measurement

The measurement from the base to the top of something standing upright. Height is commonly used to describe how tall a person, building, or object is.

Synonyms

elevation, stature, tallness

Examples of usage

  • The height of the mountain was impressive.
  • She is of average height for her age.
  • The height of the Eiffel Tower is 330 meters.
Context #2 | Noun

extent or distance from bottom to top

The distance from the bottom to the top of something. Height can also refer to the extent or degree of something, such as the height of a situation or feeling.

Synonyms

degree, extent, level

Examples of usage

  • The height of her achievement was recognized by everyone.
  • The height of the tree made it difficult to climb.
  • The height of his anger was evident in his voice.
Context #3 | Noun

peak or culmination

The highest point or top of something, often representing the peak or culmination of a process or event.

Synonyms

climax, culmination, peak

Examples of usage

  • The height of his career was when he won the award.
  • The height of the party was when the band started playing.
  • The height of summer is usually in July.

Translations

Translations of the word "height" in other languages:

🇵🇹 altura

🇮🇳 ऊँचाई

🇩🇪 Höhe

🇮🇩 tinggi

🇺🇦 висота

🇵🇱 wysokość

🇯🇵 高さ (たかさ)

🇫🇷 hauteur

🇪🇸 altura

🇹🇷 yükseklik

🇰🇷 높이 (nop'i)

🇸🇦 ارتفاع

🇨🇿 výška

🇸🇰 výška

🇨🇳 高度 (gāodù)

🇸🇮 višina

🇮🇸 hæð

🇰🇿 биіктік

🇬🇪 სიმაღლე

🇦🇿 hündürlük

🇲🇽 altura

Word origin

The word 'height' originated from Middle English 'heighthe', from Old English 'hēahthu', which is derived from the Proto-Germanic 'hauhithō'. The concept of measuring height has been crucial throughout human history, from ancient civilizations building tall structures to modern-day technology enabling us to accurately calculate heights of objects and individuals.

See also: heighten, heights.

Word Frequency Rank

This word ranks #1,600, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.