highth
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /haɪθ/
KK: /haɪθ/
noun
Definition
The measurement of how tall something is from the base to the top.
Example
The height of the building is impressive.
Conversation
Do you know what your height is in centimeters?
Yeah, I'm about 175 cm tall.
That's cool! I guess my height is around 160 cm.
It's all good; we all have our unique heights!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
altitude
elevation
stature
Antonyms
depth
lowness
baseness
Root Explanation
This word originates from Old English 'hēah', meaning tall or elevated. The word 'highth' refers to the state or quality of being high or elevated.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word for tall ('hēah') to remember that 'highth' refers to the quality of being elevated.
Visually Confused Words
thight
height
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