high-up

[ hahy-uhp ]

adjective

1. holding a high position or rank.

noun

, plural high-ups.

1. a person holding a high position or rank; higher-up.

high-up

noun

1. informal.
   a person who holds an important or influential position

Word History and Origins

Origin of high-up¹

First recorded in 1865–70; noun, adj. use of high up

Example Sentences

Another transition high-up told the publication Hegseth “was vetted, but this alleged incident didn’t come up.”

From Salon

Some now suspect it could have been Rocha and that since at least 2010 he may have been on a short list given to the FBI of possible Cuban spies high-up in foreign policy circles.

From Seattle Times

Even then, the only sound was the rustle of breathing, of bodies shifting and of the high-up buzz of surveillance helicopters.

From New York Times

Raised beds can keep older dogs away from draughts, while cats may like high-up dens.

From BBC

"The particular angle at which the sunlight hits these high-up ice crystals form these patterns," she said.

From BBC

Related Words

• eminent
• esteemed
• great
• influential
• of note
• outstanding
• powerful
• prominent