“Higher” or “Hire”

Overview

higher / hire 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

higher: (adjective) advanced in complexity or elaboration. (adjective) of education beyond the secondary level.

hire: (noun) a newly hired employee. (noun) the act of hiring something or someone. (verb) engage or hire for work.

Pronunciation

higher: hh·AY·er

hire: hh·AY·er

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Examples in Context

Examples of “higher”

…210 km/s, reportedly four times higher than previously achieved, allowing for…
…nearest educational institutions are Government Higher Secondary School Thirumeni, SNDPLP School.
…complaint was lodged by the Higher Education Transformation Network (HETN), alleging…
…the Bann Valley and the higher summits of the Antrim Hills…
…and accurate study of the higher apes.
…College) is a further and higher education college in Glasgow, Scotland.
List of unrecognized higher education accreditation organizations
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board indicated in…
Furthermore, participants scored higher on aggression during frown trials…
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board indicated in…

Examples of “hire”

…studies in its recommendation to hire Quinn.
…financial autonomy to raise funds, hire staff, pay salaries, and procure…
Greg Hire
The wealthy colonists hire mercenaries who are descendants of…
…WMR had unsuccessfully tried to hire a locomotive from the Government…
…elements of the "murder for hire" story.
…product of Wanneroo Basketball Association, Hire played four years of college…
Greg Hire (born 19 September 1987) is…
Many companies also hire in-house counsel to handle specialized…
…Sixth Form are available for hire and use by the local

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