Altitudinous — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun adjective /ˈal-tə-ˌtüd/ al·ti·tude

Meaning & Definition of Altitudinous

Altitudinous (noun)

  1. the vertical elevation of an object above a surface (such as sea level or land) of a planet or natural satellite
  2. the angular elevation of a celestial object above the horizon
  3. a perpendicular line segment from a vertex of a geometric figure (such as a triangle or a pyramid) to the opposite side or the opposite side extended or from a side or face to a parallel side or face or the side or face extended

Altitudinous (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. extending to a great distance upward

    "the brochure described the seaside hotel as an imposing edifice graced by old world charm, situated atop an altitudinous promontory with panoramic views"

    similar: high, lofty, tall, towering
    related: dominant, dominating, eminent, prominent, elevated, lifted, raised, uplifted, upswept, high-rise, statuesque
    opposite: low, low-lying, short, squat
    near: flat, stubby, stumpy

Related Entry: Altitude (noun)

Altitude is a different word from Altitudinous. The synonyms below are for altitude, not for altitudinous.

  1. the distance of something or someone from bottom to top

    "the altitude of the highest mountain in the U.S. is only about two thirds that of the highest mountain in the world"

    similar: elevation, height, inches, stature
    related: rise, highness, loftiness, tallness

  2. an area of high ground

    "the air is thinner at higher altitudes"

    similar: elevation, eminence, height, highland, hill, hump, mound, prominence, rise, upland
    related: alp, mount, mountain, peak, butte, mesa, plateau, table, tableland, bluff, cliff, crag, precipice, steep, tor, ridge, sierra, dome, sugarloaf, foothill, hillock, hummock, knob, knoll, downs
    opposite: lowland
    near: dale, dell, depression, dingle, glen, hollow, vale, valley, basin, bottom, bottomland, fen, flat, floodplain, plain, tidewater

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Altitudinous

The most common words with a similar meaning to Altitudinous:

high, lofty, tall, towering

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Altitudinous

Words with the opposite meaning of Altitudinous:

low, low-lying, short, squat

Related Words for Altitudinous

dominant, dominating, eminent, prominent, elevated, lifted, raised, uplifted, upswept, high-rise, statuesque

Near Antonyms of Altitudinous

flat, stubby, stumpy

Word Forms of Altitudinous

Derived words: altitudinal (adjective), altitudinous (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Altitudinous

Middle English, "height, angular height of a celestial body above the horizon," borrowed from Latin altitūdin-, altitūdō "height, high position, downward extension, depth," from altus "extending upward, tall, high, extending downward, deep" + -i- -i- + -tūdin-, -tūdō -tude; altus going back to dialectal Indo-European *al-to- (whence also Middle Irish alt, allt "height, cliff," Welsh allt "hill, steep slope, cliff"), of uncertain origin

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Altitudinous

What does "Altitudinous" mean?

"Altitudinous" means the vertical elevation of an object above a surface (such as sea level or land) of a planet or natural satellite. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: the vertical elevation of an object above a surface (such as sea level or land) of a planet or natural satellite.

What is another word for "Altitudinous"?

Other words for "Altitudinous" include high, lofty, tall and towering. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Altitudinous" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Altitudinous"?

There are 15 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Altitudinous". Common alternatives include high, lofty, tall and towering.

What is the opposite of "Altitudinous"?

Antonyms of "Altitudinous" include low, low-lying, short and squat. Near antonyms include flat, stubby and stumpy.

How do you use "Altitudinous" in a sentence?

Examples of "Altitudinous" in a sentence: "the brochure described the seaside hotel as an imposing edifice graced by old world charm, situated atop an altitudinous promontory with panoramic views".

Is "Altitudinous" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Altitudinous" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Altitudinous"?

"Altitudinous" is pronounced /ˈal-tə-ˌtüd/ and divided into syllables as al·ti·tude.

What is the origin of the word "Altitudinous"?

"Altitudinous" comes from Middle English, "height, angular height of a celestial body above the horizon," borrowed from Latin altitūdin-, altitūdō "height, high position, downward extension, depth," from altus "extending upward, tall, high, extending downward, deep" + -i- -i- + -tūdin-, -tūdō -tude; altus going back to dialectal Indo-European *al-to- (whence also Middle Irish alt, allt "height, cliff," Welsh allt "hill, steep slope, cliff"), of uncertain origin. First known use: 14th century.