highrise
Translation
high-rise, tower block
Examples
She lives in a modern highrise downtown.
She lives in a modern high-rise downtown.
The city skyline is full of highrises.
The city skyline is full of high-rises.
Grammar Patterns
a/an ((highrise)) a tall building with many floors She lives in a modern high-rise.
Similar Words
Synonyms: skyscraper, tower block; Antonyms: low-rise, bungalow
Etymology
From 'high' + 'rise', literally a building that rises high.
Memory Tips
Visualize a building that 'rises high' into the sky. It's a very descriptive word.