highland (Meaning)
highland (n)
elevated (e.g., mountainous) land
highland (a)
used of high or hilly country
highland (n.)
Elevated or mountainous land; (often in the pl.) an elevated region or country; as, the Highlands of Scotland.
Synonyms & Antonyms of highland
highland Sentence Examples
- The majestic highlands of Scotland beckoned with breathtaking landscapes.
- The towering granite cliffs of the Yosemite Highlands inspired awe and wonder.
- The highlanders of Papua New Guinea lived in harmony with their rugged surroundings.
- The Scottish Highlands Trail promised an unforgettable hiking adventure.
- The highland cattle of the Scottish moors were known for their long, shaggy coats.
- The windswept highlands of Patagonia offered a glimpse into a pristine wilderness.
- The ancient ruins of Machu Picchu were perched high in the Peruvian highlands.
- The Andean highlands of Ecuador soared to dizzying heights, promising incredible views.
- The snow-capped highlands of the Swiss Alps created a winter wonderland.
- The biodiversity of the Ethiopian Highlands was renowned for its unique and endangered species.
FAQs About the word highland
elevated (e.g., mountainous) land, used of high or hilly countryElevated or mountainous land; (often in the pl.) an elevated region or country; as, the Highland
upland,hill, mountain, mound, hump, prominence, foothill,cliff, altitude(s), elevation
lowland, valley, valley,lowland, plain, plain, vale, hollow, basin, hollow
The majestic highlands of Scotland beckoned with breathtaking landscapes.
The towering granite cliffs of the Yosemite Highlands inspired awe and wonder.
The highlanders of Papua New Guinea lived in harmony with their rugged surroundings.
The Scottish Highlands Trail promised an unforgettable hiking adventure.
