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Highest

/ˈhaɪ.ɪst/ · adjective

Meaning

superlative form of high: most high.

Example Sentences

On the Guliya glacier in the western Kunlun, they hand-drilled three cores, including one from the twenty-two-thousand-foot summit that was the highest ever retrieved at the time.

Synonyms for highest

Antonyms for highest

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Usage Notes

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does highest mean?

Highest means superlative form of high: most high.

What is a synonym for highest?

Common synonyms include maximum, ultimate, utmost, extreme.

What is the opposite of highest?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use highest in a sentence?

On the Guliya glacier in the western Kunlun, they hand-drilled three cores, including one from the twenty-two-thousand-foot summit that was the highest ever retrieved at the time.

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