The oboe is a treble instrument.
Synonyms and exampleshighShe has a very high voice.
high-pitchedHe talks to his dog in the most ridiculous high-pitched voice.
shrillHe called the dog back with a shrill whistle.
reedydisapprovingHe had a thin, reedy voice.
squeakyShe has a squeaky little voice.
sopranoShe sings soprano in the choir.
ultrasonicUltrasonic scalpels have been deemed safe for use.
Antonyms and exampleslow-pitchedThere's a low-pitched hum when the fridge turns on.
bassThe tuba is a bass instrument.
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loftyformal
soaring
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height
tallness
statureformal
altitude
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sky-high
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When somethinghas a large distance from the bottom to the top, or its top is far off the ground, you say it is high. When you talk aboutthe distance between the bottom and the topof a person or thing, you are talking about height. You can also use high when something isgreater than the usual level or amount. When a sound isnear or at the top of a range of sounds, you say it is a high sound.