higher

/ˈhaɪər/
adjective
  1. Located at a greater distance above the ground or a reference point; more elevated.
    • We hiked to a higher point on the trail to get a better view of the valley.
    • The airplane flew at a higher altitude to avoid the storm.
    • The higher shelves in the closet are hard for me to reach.
  2. Greater in amount, degree, or intensity.
    • She received a higher score on her second test after studying more.
    • Temperatures are higher in July than in January.
    • The cost of living is higher in big cities than in rural areas.
  3. More advanced in rank, status, or importance.
    • He was promoted to a higher position in the company.
    • Only higher officials have access to that secure building.
    • She appealed her case to a higher court.
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adverb
  1. At or to a greater height or level.
    • The kite flew higher and higher until it was just a speck in the sky.
    • If you want to reach the top shelf, you need to jump higher.
    • The stock prices climbed higher after the good news.