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tallest

[ˈtɔləst]

tallest Definition

  • 1of great or more than average height, especially (with reference to an object) relative to width or thickness
  • 2having a specified height

Using tallest: Examples

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

  • Example

    The tallest building in the world is the Burj Khalifa.

  • Example

    He is the tallest person in his family.

  • Example

    The giraffe is the tallest mammal on earth.

  • Example

    She wore her tallest heels to the party.

tallest Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tallest

Antonyms for tallest

Phrases with tallest

  • a task or challenge that is extremely difficult to accomplish

    Example

    Asking him to finish the project in one day was the tallest order.

  • stand tall

    to be brave and confident in the face of adversity

    Example

    Even though she was nervous, she stood tall and delivered her speech with confidence.

  • to be the most successful or prominent person in a group, often attracting criticism or envy from others

    Example

    She became the tallest poppy in her department after receiving a promotion, which made some of her colleagues jealous.

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Summary: tallest in Brief

The term 'tallest' [ˈtɔləst] refers to objects or people that are of great or more than average height. It can be used to describe buildings, people, animals, or even shoes, as in 'She wore her tallest heels to the party.' 'Tallest' can also be used in phrases like 'the tallest order,' denoting a difficult task, and 'stand tall,' meaning to be brave and confident.