high

• Describe algo que tiene gran extensión vertical, o una cantidad o grado grande o elevado.

Describes something that is of great vertical extent, or a large amount or degree.

1. A1formal

   Of great vertical extent; tall or elevated.

   alto

   • The mountain is very high.
   • She lives in a high building with a great view.
   • The shelf is too high for me to reach.

   Sinónimoselevatedloftysky-highsoaringtalltowering

   Antónimosground levellowshortstunted

2. Large in quantity or degreeA2formal

   Greater than average in amount, intensity, or value.

   alto (en cantidad o grado)

   • The temperature is high today.
   • He received a high score on the test.
   • The cost of living is high in this city.

   Sinónimosacutebigconsiderableelevatedextremegreatintenselargestrongsubstantial

   Antónimoslow

3. Important or seniorB1formal

   Of great importance, rank, or status.

   de alto rango, importante

   • She holds a high position in the company.
   • The meeting is for high-level officials only.
   • He has high expectations for his team.

   Sinónimosdistinguishedelevatedhigh-rankingimportantleadingprominentseniorsuperiortop

   Antónimoshumbleinferiorjuniorlowminorsubordinate

4. Under the influence of drugsB2informal

   Intoxicated or euphoric due to drugs or alcohol.

   bajo los efectos de las drogas

   • He was high after taking the medication.
   • She got high at the party last night.
   • They were caught driving while high.

   Sinónimosdrunkeuphoricintoxicatedloadedplasteredstonedtrippingwasted

   Antónimossober

• Adverbio que significa «a un nivel alto, en una posición elevada o en un grado alto». Se usa para describir acciones o estados que alcanzan una altura, intensidad o valor considerables. Su forma coincide con el adjetivo.

An adverb meaning "at or to a high level, position, or degree." It is used to describe actions or states that reach a significant height, intensity, or value. The form is identical to the adjective.

1. At or to a great heightA1formal

   At or to a position that is a long way above the ground or above a reference point.

   alto / en alto

   • The kite flew high in the sky.
   • She jumped high to catch the ball.
   • The plane soared high above the clouds.

   Sinónimosaloftskywardup

   Antónimoslow

2. To a great degree or levelB1formal

   To a large extent or a great degree, often used with verbs like aim, rank, or value.

   en alto grado

   • He aims high in his career aspirations.
   • The company ranks high in customer satisfaction.
   • She values honesty high among her principles.

   Sinónimosgreatlyhighly

   Antónimoshumblylowpoorly

• Sustantivo que denota un estado o nivel de elevación, gran cantidad, intensidad o calidad; también se usa para describir un pico o punto máximo.

A noun referring to a state or level of being elevated, great in amount, intensity, or quality; also used to describe a peak or maximum point.

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1. Elevated point or levelA2formal

   A high point, level, or position.

   Punto elevado

   • The temperature reached a new high this summer.
   • Stock prices hit an all-time high yesterday.
   • The high of the mountain was covered in snow.

   Sinónimosacmeapexclimaxheightmaximumpeakpinnaclesummittopzenith

   Antónimoslow

2. State of euphoriaB2informal

   A feeling of great happiness or excitement, often induced by drugs or alcohol.

   Subidón

   • He was on a natural high after winning the race.
   • The drug gave her a temporary high.
   • She experienced a high from the adrenaline rush.

   Sinónimosbuzzecstasyelationeuphoriaexhilarationintoxicationrushthrill

   Antónimoscrashdownlow

3. Highest setting or gearB1informal

   The highest gear or setting in a vehicle or machine.

   Marcha alta o velocidad máxima

   • He shifted the car into high to accelerate.
   • The fan was set on high to cool the room.
   • Put the blender on high for a smooth consistency.

   Sinónimoshigh gearmaximumtop