Pronunciation

/ˈæltɪtjuːd/

Definitions

Noun

• Altitude: The height above sea level or mean sea level, typically measured in meters or feet.
• Climb altitude: The vertical distance ascended during a flight or ascent.
• Altitude sickness: A condition experienced when ascending to high altitudes, causing symptoms like dizziness and shortness of breath.

Verb

• Ascend to altitude: To climb to a higher elevation or altitude.
• Maintain altitude: To keep a steady height while flying or traveling.

Adjective

• Altitudinal: Relating to altitude or height.
• High altitude: Located at a considerable distance from sea level.

Adverb

• At altitude: Above a certain height, often in reference to aviation.

Phrases

• “Fly at a high altitude” to avoid turbulence.
• “The summit’s altitude is 20,000 feet.”
• “Altitude training for athletes.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The plane leveled off at its cruising altitude.”
• Verb: “We ascended to a higher altitude to get a better view of the landscape.”
• Adjective: “The weather improves at high altitudes.”
• Adverb: “The pilot descended to lower altitudes before landing.”

Synonyms

• Elevation
• Height
• Height above sea level
• Altitude level
• Vertical distance
• Climactic level
• Stratospheric altitude
• Atmospheric height