“High” vs. “Highly”: What’s the Difference?
Jun 12, 2023
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The difference between “high” and “highly”
- "High" is an adjective while "highly" is an adverb.
- "High" is used to describe height or a level, while "highly" is used to describe a degree or extent of something.
- "High" can be commonly used in objective or descriptive situations, while "highly" can be used in subjective or evaluative situations.
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What is the definition of “high” and “highly”?
High
- "High" refers to something that is situated a long way up from the ground or from the bottom surface.
- It can also refer to something that is at a higher level than normal or average.
- "High" can also express a large quantity.
Highly
- "Highly" refers to something that is done or achieved to a great extent or degree.
- It is commonly used to describe someone who is respected or regarded very much.
- "Highly" can also be used to describe something that is considered to be of great quality or value.
Which is the more popular variant on the Internet?
“High” is the more popular variant on the web.
More popular
High
8,340,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- The high mountain was covered in snow.
- The high temperature made everyone sweat.
- We got a high number of sales near the end of summer.
Highly
2,330,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- The movie was highly anticipated by fans.
- She was highly regarded in her profession.
- He highly recommended the Italian restaurant to his friends.
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