Heights — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Heights
Heights (noun)
- the part that rises or extends upward the greatest distance, the highest part, summit
- the most advanced or extreme point of something, zenith
- very good or successful levels
Heights (geographical name)
- village in northeastern Illinois northwest of Chicago population 75,101
- town in Panama at the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal adjacent to Panama (city); former administrative center of the Canal Zone
- city south of Chicago in northeastern Illinois population 30,276
- city in north central California northeast of Sacramento population 83,301
- city in northeastern Ohio east of Cleveland population 46,121
- city in southeastern Michigan west of Detroit population 57,774
- city in northeastern Ohio south-southeast of Cleveland population 28,849
- city west of Chicago in northeastern Illinois population 34,208
- hilly region northeast of the Sea of Galilee along the border between Israel and Syria; annexed by Israel in 1981
Heights (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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the highest part or point
"many regard the painting of the Sistine Chapel as the height of Michelangelo's career"
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the most extreme or advanced point
"the student's defiant use of a cell phone during class was regarded by the professor as the height of insolence"
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an area of high ground
"Gulliver, standing on a height near the shore, saw an island suspended above the sea"
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the most intense or characteristic phase of something
"at the very height of the storm, someone knocked on the door"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Heights
The most common words with a similar meaning to Heights:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Heights
Words with the opposite meaning of Heights:
Near Antonyms of Heights
Origin & Etymology of Heights
Middle English heighthe, from Old English hīehthu; akin to Old High German hōhida height, Old English hēah high
First known use: before 12th century
Frequently Asked Questions about Heights
What does "Heights" mean?
"Heights" means the part that rises or extends upward the greatest distance, the highest part, summit. As a noun, it is defined as: the part that rises or extends upward the greatest distance, the highest part, summit. It has 4 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Heights"?
Other words for "Heights" include acmes, apexes, apogees, capstones, climaxes, crescendos, crests and crowns. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Heights" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Heights"?
There are 86 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Heights". Common alternatives include acmes, apexes, apogees, capstones, climaxes, crescendos, crests, crowns, culminations and heads.
What is the opposite of "Heights"?
Antonyms of "Heights" include bottoms, nadirs, rock bottoms and lowlands. Near antonyms include abysses, bases, feet and minima.
How do you use "Heights" in a sentence?
Examples of "Heights" in a sentence: "many regard the painting of the Sistine Chapel as the height of Michelangelo's career"; "the student's defiant use of a cell phone during class was regarded by the professor as the height of insolence"; "Gulliver, standing on a height near the shore, saw an island suspended above the sea".
Is "Heights" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Heights" is a noun.
How do you pronounce "Heights"?
"Heights" is pronounced /ˈhīt/ as a noun, /(ˌ)bal-ˈbō-ə/ as a geographical name and /ˈgō-ˌlän/ as a geographical name.
What is the origin of the word "Heights"?
"Heights" comes from Middle English heighthe, from Old English hīehthu; akin to Old High German hōhida height, Old English hēah high. First known use: before 12th century.