high up

• Expression informelle désignant une personne occupant une position élevée, ayant du pouvoir ou de l'influence dans une organisation ou la société.

An informal expression referring to someone who holds a position of high rank, authority, or influence within an organization or society.

1. At a great altitudeA2formal

   Located or positioned at a significant height above the ground.

   en hauteur

   • The birds were flying high up in the sky.
   • The castle is built high up on the mountain.
   • We could see the city from high up in the tower.

2. In a powerful positionB2informal

   Occupying a senior or influential role in an organization or society.

   haut placé

   • He has friends high up in the government.
   • She is high up in the company's management.
   • People high up in the industry make the big decisions.