“height”

Definitions

• noun

  the vertical dimension of extension; distance from the base of something to the top

  Synonyms: tallness, acme, altitude, amount, amplitude, apex, apogee, apotheosis, area, ascent, assumption, authority

• noun

  the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development

  Synonyms: acme, elevation, peak, pinnacle, summit, superlative, meridian, tiptop, top

  • Example:“His landscapes were deemed the acme of beauty.”
  • Example:“The artist's gifts are at their acme.”

• noun

  (of a standing person) the distance from head to foot

  Synonyms: stature

• noun

  elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface

  Synonyms: altitude

  • Example:“The altitude gave her a headache.”