“Heigh” or “Hi” or “Hie” or “High”

Overview

heigh / hi / hie / high are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

heigh: NA

hi: NA

hie: NA

high: (noun) a lofty level or position or degree. (noun) an air mass of higher than normal pressure. (noun) a state of sustained elation. (noun) a state of altered consciousness induced by alcohol or narcotics. (noun) a high place. (adjective) greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount. (adjective) (literal meaning) being at or having a relatively great or specific elevation or upward extension (sometimes used in combinations like `knee-high'). (adjective) used of sounds and voices; high in pitch or frequency. (adjective) happy and excited and energetic. (adjective) slightly and pleasantly intoxicated from alcohol or a drug (especially marijuana). (adverb) at a great altitude. (adverb) in or to a high position, amount, or degree. (adverb) in a rich manner. (adverb) far up toward the source.

Pronunciation

heigh: NA

hi: hh·AY

hie: NA

high: hh·AY

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