height

[haɪt]

height Definition

• 1. the measurement of how tall a person or thing is
• 2. the distance of something from top to bottom
• 3. the highest point or level

Using height: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "height" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The height of the building is 300 meters.

• Example

  She is of average height for her age.

• Example

  The height of the mountain range is breathtaking.

• Example

  The height of the jump was impressive.

height Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for height

• elevation
• altitude
• stature
• dimension
• size

Antonyms for height

• depth
• shortness

Idioms Using height

• at the height of something

  at the most intense or successful point of something

  Example

  At the height of his career, he was the most sought-after actor in Hollywood.

• take to new heights

  to improve or increase something to a higher level

  Example

  The new marketing strategy took sales to new heights.

• height of one's powers

  the period of time when someone is at their most successful or productive

  Example

  During the height of his powers, he wrote some of his best work.

Phrases with height

• new heights

  a level of achievement or success that is higher than before

  Example

  Her career has reached new heights since she started her own business.

• height of fashion

  the most fashionable or popular style at a particular time

  Example

  In the 1920s, flapper dresses were the height of fashion.

• height of summer/winter

  the hottest or coldest part of the summer or winter season

  Example

  During the height of summer, it's important to stay hydrated and cool.

Origins of height

from Old English 'hēhthu'

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Summary: height in Brief

The term 'height' [haɪt] refers to the measurement of how tall a person or thing is, the distance from top to bottom, or the highest point or level. It can describe physical attributes like buildings and mountains, as well as achievements like reaching new heights. Idioms like 'at the height of something' and 'take to new heights' denote the most intense or successful point of something.