highest
Translation
highest
Examples
This is the highest building in the city.
This is the highest building in the city.
She received the highest score on the test.
She received the highest score on the test.
Grammar Patterns
((the highest)) ((noun)) the most high This is the highest building in the city.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tallest, top, greatest; Antonyms: lowest, shortest
Etymology
From Old English 'hīehsta', the superlative of 'hēah' (high). The '-est' suffix denotes a superlative.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'high-est' point, the very top of something, like the peak of a mountain or a test score.