Plateau

Quick meaning: Plateau is a noun meaning A largely level expanse of land at a high elevation; tableland.

Meaning

A largely level expanse of land at a high elevation; tableland.

More Meanings

1. A comparatively stable level after a period of increase. (of a varying quantity)
2. (sports, broadcasting) A notable level of attainment or achievement.
3. (drug slang) Any of several distinct, dose-dependent stages of a dextromethorphan trip.
4. (intransitive, of a varying quantity) To reach a stable level after a period of increase; to level off.
5. (dated) An ornamental dish for the table; a tray or salver.

Example Sentences

Mr. [Jensen] Huang is nevertheless correct. Adoption has plateaued.

Childhood obesity, rising for more than two decades, appears to have hit a plateau, a potentially significant milestone in the battle against excessive weight gain among children.

Word Forms

• plateaus
• plateaux
• plateauing
• plateaued

Synonyms for plateau

Depending on context, synonyms include tableland.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include tableland, mesa, hill, upland, heights, highland.

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