Definition of "high"
- noun
Thought; intention; determination; purpose.
A period of euphoria, from excitement or from an intake of drugs.
A large area of elevated atmospheric pressure; an anticyclone.
The maximum atmospheric temperature recorded at a particular location, especially during one 24-hour period.
- adjective
Being elevated in position or status, a state of being above many things.
Tall, lofty, at a great distance above the ground (at high altitude).
Noble, especially of motives, intentions, etc.
Under the influence of a mood-affecting drug or (less common) alcohol.
Of a quantity or value, great or large.
Of greater frequency, i.e. with more rapid wave oscillations.
With tall waves.
Decomposing, rotting (to an extent which is desired by some).
- adverb
In or to an elevated position.
In or at a great value.
In a pitch of great frequency.
- verb
To rise.
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