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higher

Pronunciation: [/ˈhaɪ.ɚ/]

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higher: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use higher in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “level or position”

(adjective) referring to something that is above another thing or has a greater level or position. Like when you climb a ladder and each step is higher than the one below it.

Example

The top shelf is higher than the bottom one.

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The lower bunk bed is not higher than the upper bunk bed.

Example

Is the mountain peak higher than the valley below?

Context: “degree or amount”

(adverb) used to describe something that is at a greater level or degree. Like when you compare your knowledge now to what you knew before, and it's at a higher level.

Example

She scored higher on the test than she did last time.

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His skills didn't improve; they stayed at the same level or even got lower.

Example

Did you perform higher in this competition compared to the previous one?

Context: “education or career”

(noun) a superior or more advanced position in terms of education or career. Like when someone has a job with more responsibilities and a higher salary.

Example

She aimed for a higher position in the company after gaining experience.

Example

He wasn't ready for a higher role as he lacked the necessary skills.

Example

Do you plan to pursue a higher degree after finishing college?

How to pronounce higher

Pronunciation: [/ˈhaɪ.ɚ/]

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