highest

high-est · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Superlative form of "high"; at the greatest distance above a surface.

  2. 2.

    Greatest in amount, degree, or level.

  3. 3.

    Most important or of the greatest rank.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    highest bidder — person who offers the most money in an auction
  • •
    highest honors — the greatest recognition or awards
  • •
    highest priority — most important concern
  • •
    highest regard — greatest respect or esteem

Related words

Antonyms: least, lowest, minimum
See also: high, higher, maximum, supreme
Synonyms: greatest, maximum, supreme, topmost, uppermost

Etymology

From Old English hēah ("high") with the superlative suffix -est. The form has remained consistent throughout English history.