Main Entry: ¹high

Pronunciation: \ˈhī\

Function: adjective

1 : having a complex organization : greatly differentiated or developed phylogenetically—usually used in the comparative degree of advanced types of plants and animals <the higher algae> <the higher apes>; compare low
2 a : exhibiting elation or euphoric excitement <a high patient> b : being intoxicated ; also : excited or stupefied by or as if by a drug (as marijuana or heroin)