The plane has reached a cruising altitude of 36,000 feet.
Synonyms and examplesheightThe exact height of Everest is a matter for debate.
tallnessThe tallness of the building makes me dizzy.
statureformalHe was a man of short stature.
elevationThe city's elevation is 9,010 feet.
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When somethinghas a large distance from the bottom to the top, or its top is far off the ground, you say it is high. When you talk aboutthe distance between the bottom and the topof a person or thing, you are talking about height. You can also use high when something isgreater than the usual level or amount. When a sound isnear or at the top of a range of sounds, you say it is a high sound.