highness
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Noun — A formal title used to address or refer to a prince, princess, or other member of a royal family.
How to use highness
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English hyghnesse, built from high plus the noun-forming suffix -ness.
Full origin of highness →Frequently asked questions
What does “highness” mean?
The word “highness” means a formal title used to address or refer to a prince, princess, or other member of a royal family. In plain terms, a royal title ("Your Highness"), or, less commonly, the literal quality of being tall or elevated.
How do you pronounce “highness”?
“Highness” is pronounced HEYE-nuhs (/ˈhaɪnəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “highness” in a sentence?
Here is “highness” used in a sentence: “The guests bowed as they addressed Her Royal Highness.”
What part of speech is “highness”?
“Highness” is a noun.
Where does the word “highness” come from?
The word “highness” comes from Middle English. From Middle English hyghnesse, built from high plus the noun-forming suffix -ness.
Is “highness” a common word?
“Highness” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “highness” have?
“Highness” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a formal title used to address or refer to a prince, princess, or other member of a royal family.