height
the vertical dimension of extension; distance from the base of something to the top
How often you will meet it
Rank 1,713 of 71,295 words measured. It occurs 10,584 times across 175,173 chapters — 0.005% of every word in the library.
What it means
noun
- the vertical dimension of extension; distance from the base of something to the top also: tallness
- the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development also: acme, elevation, peak, pinnacle, summit, superlative his landscapes were deemed the acme of beautythe artist's gifts are at their acme
- (of a standing person) the distance from head to foot also: stature
- elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface also: altitude the altitude gave her a headache
height in real books
Each sentence below was written by a published author and is taken from a different book in our library. Open one to read the passage it came from, with narration.
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Leaving Marius, she fell back upon the earth from the height of her dreams.
Other People's Money · Emile Gaboriau · Chapter 1
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He was past middle life and plain, but was of good height and had an air.
Emily Fox-Seton · Frances Hodgson Burnett · Chapter 1
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Rises slowly, solemnly, to full height; in deep base tones, asks permission to make personal statement.
Punch — Volume 99, August 16, 1890 · Various · Chapter 1
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Nine fathom did she sink,—erect, though hid from light Save her colors unsurrendered and spars that kept the height.
John Marr and Other Poems · Herman Melville · Chapter 1
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On which the little man turned sharp round, walked straight up to Gluck, and drew himself up to his full height.
Famous Stories Every Child Should Know · Hamilton Wright [Editor] Mabie · Chapter 1