higher

/ ˈhaɪə /

adjective

1. the comparative of high

noun

1. 1. the advanced level of the Scottish Certificate of Education

   2. ( as modifier )

      Higher Latin

2. a pass in a particular subject at Higher level

   she has four Highers

Example Sentences

In fact, studies show that untreated fever in pregnancy is associated with higher risk of heart and facial birth defects, miscarriage and neurodevelopmental disorders — including autism.

From Los Angeles Times

She is now a higher level apprentice in event management, but she also struggled to find an employer.

From BBC

“The significant reduction of aircraft and flight hours requires a much higher reduction in force, and the company is clear that a furlough is necessary,” the memo said.

From Los Angeles Times

It recently reported a surge in demand among AI companies for its data centres, which helped push its stock dramatically higher and briefly made its co-founder and chairman Larry Ellison the world's richest person.

From BBC

That could ultimately mean higher ticket prices for passengers.

From BBC