High-rise — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˈhī-ˈrīz/ (adjective) /ˈhī-ˌrīz/ (noun)

Meaning & Definition of High-rise

High-rise (adjective)

  1. being multistory and equipped with elevators
  2. of, relating to, or characterized by high-rise buildings
  3. having a longer than standard rise

High-rise (noun)

  1. a building (such as an apartment building) that has multiple stories and is equipped with elevators

High-rise (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in statuesque

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

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for High-rise

The most common words with a similar meaning to High-rise:

statuesque, elevated, lifted, raised, uplifted, upswept, dominant, dominating, eminent, prominent, altitudinous, high, lofty, tall, towering

Antonyms & Opposite Words for High-rise

Words with the opposite meaning of High-rise:

low, low-lying, short, squat, flat, stubby, stumpy

Word Forms of High-rise

Inflections: high-rises, high rises

Origin & Etymology of High-rise

First known use: 1908

Frequently Asked Questions about High-rise

What does "High-rise" mean?

"High-rise" means being multistory and equipped with elevators. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: being multistory and equipped with elevators.

What is another word for "High-rise"?

Other words for "High-rise" include statuesque, elevated, lifted, raised, uplifted, upswept, dominant and dominating. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "High-rise" you intend.

What are different ways to say "High-rise"?

There are 15 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "High-rise". Common alternatives include statuesque, elevated, lifted, raised, uplifted, upswept, dominant, dominating, eminent and prominent.

What is the opposite of "High-rise"?

Antonyms of "High-rise" include low, low-lying, short, squat, flat, stubby and stumpy.

Is "High-rise" a noun, verb, or adjective?

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

How do you pronounce "High-rise"?

"High-rise" is pronounced /ˈhī-ˈrīz/ as an adjective and /ˈhī-ˌrīz/ as a noun.

What is the origin of the word "High-rise"?

First known use: 1908.

What is another word for "High-rise" meaning "as in statuesque"?

When "High-rise" (adjective) means as in statuesque, synonyms include statuesque, elevated, lifted, raised, uplifted and upswept. Opposites in this sense include low, low-lying, short and squat.