Synonyms for High
Definition of high
adverb
- at a great altitude; "he climbed high on the ladder"
- in or to a high position, amount, or degree; "prices have gone up far too high"
- in a rich manner; "he lives high"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "high"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like adenoidal, advanced, advancing can replace "high" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 20 alternatives available, "high" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"High" in song lyrics
See how high is used in real songs:
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"I like to smoke to get high"
11/5 — Garcia Vegas -
"hanging with mates who like to stay high"
1200 Techniques f/ Rashad Houghton — Fork in the Road -
"killing my soul while I'm high"
1200 Techniques f/ Rashad Houghton — Fork in the Road