Definition

The measurement of how tall something is from the base to the top.

Example

The height of the mountain is over 3,000 meters.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how the height of a mountain affects the weather?

Yeah, it’s interesting how it can be sunny at the base but snowy at the top.

Exactly! I’d love to hike a tall mountain someday to experience that difference in height.

That sounds like an amazing adventure, especially with the views from up there!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Height → The word 'height' originates from Old English 'hēahþu', which combines 'hēah' (meaning high) and the suffix '-þu' (indicating a state or condition). Thus, 'height' refers to the state of being high or the measurement of how high something is.

Memory Tip

Think of 'high' to remember that 'height' refers to the state of being high or how tall something is.

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