higher
Translation
higher
Examples
This mountain is higher than the hill.
This mountain is higher than the hill.
She has a higher position in the company.
She has a higher position in the company.
He aims higher than his peers.
He aims higher than his peers.
Grammar Patterns
((higher)) ((than sth./sb.)) more high than something or someone else This mountain is higher than the hill.
Similar Words
Synonyms: taller, greater; Antonyms: lower, shorter
Etymology
From Old English 'hīerra', the comparative of 'hēah' (high). The '-er' suffix denotes comparison.
Memory Tips
Think of a high-jumper trying to jump 'high-er' than before. The '-er' means 'more'.