noun
Uncommon
highness
HEYE-nuhs
Highness (noun) means a formal title used to address or refer to a prince, princess, or other member of a royal family. Example: “The guests bowed as they addressed Her Royal Highness.”
noun
1
A formal title used to address or refer to a prince, princess, or other member of a royal family.
"The guests bowed as they addressed Her Royal Highness."
2
The state or quality of being high.
"The highness of the cliffs made the climb dangerous."
How to use highness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA royal title ("Your Highness"), or, less commonly, the literal quality of being tall or elevated.
Common pairings
Her Royal Highness
His Highness
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Word forms
- Plural
- highnesses
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Etymology
From Middle English hyghnesse, built from high plus the noun-forming suffix -ness.
Synonyms
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lowness
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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.
