Higher: meaning, definitions and examples

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higher

[ ˈhaɪər ]

^{Context #1}

education

Of education beyond the secondary level; advanced or postsecondary.

Synonyms

advanced, postsecondary, upper level

Examples of usage

He is pursuing a higher degree in economics.
She works at a higher education institution.

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position

At a greater level in a hierarchy or organization.

Synonyms

elevated, senior, superior

Examples of usage

He aspires to reach a higher position in the company.
She was promoted to a higher rank.

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level

To a greater extent or degree.

Synonyms

further, greater, more

Examples of usage

She jumped higher than the other athletes.
He scored higher on the exam.

Translations

Translations of the word "higher" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais alto

🇮🇳 ऊँचा (ū̃cā)

🇩🇪 höher

🇮🇩 lebih tinggi

🇺🇦 вищий

🇵🇱 wyższy

🇯🇵 より高い (yoritakai)

🇫🇷 plus élevé

🇪🇸 más alto

🇹🇷 daha yüksek

🇰🇷 더 높은 (deo noppŭn)

🇸🇦 أعلى (a'la)

🇨🇿 vyšší

🇸🇰 vyšší

🇨🇳 更高的 (gèng gāo de)

🇸🇮 višji

🇮🇸 hærri

🇰🇿 жоғары (joğarğy)

🇬🇪 უფრო მაღალი (upro magali)

🇦🇿 daha yüksək

🇲🇽 más alto

Word origin

The word 'higher' originates from the Old English word 'heah' which means 'tall, high'. Over time, its meaning evolved to encompass a broader range of contexts, including education, position, and level. The concept of 'higher' has always been associated with progress, advancement, and elevation in various aspects of life.

See also: high, highbrow, highest, highland, highly, highway.