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tall

1 of 3adjective
/tɔl/
Forms:taller,tallest
1

(of a person) having a height that is greater than what is thought to be the average height

A1
  • He is a tall basketball player, perfect for the sport.
  • At 6'5", he is considered extremely tall.
  • The tall woman gracefully walked down the runway.
  • People often compliment him on being tall and slender.
  • How tall do you need to be to ride that roller coaster?
Synonyms:
statuesquelankylong
Antonyms:
short
2

having greater than average height

  • The tall trees in the forest swayed gently in the breeze.
  • She looked up at the tall buildings that seemed to touch the sky.
  • They planted tall sunflowers that grew higher than the garden fence.
  • The giraffe is known for its tall neck, allowing it to reach high branches.
  • Do you know how tall the Eiffel Tower is?
Synonyms:
toweringmagniloquentloftysky-highaltitudinoushighgrandiloquentskycraping
3

significantly large or challenging, often referring to a task or requirement that is difficult to achieve

  • Finishing the project by the end of the week is a tall order to fill.
  • Learning a new language in a month is a tall task for anyone.
  • Climbing Mount Everest is a tall feat that requires intense preparation and skill.
  • Managing a team of over 100 employees is a tall responsibility for a new manager.
  • Meeting the high standards set by the previous leader is a tall expectation.
Synonyms:
bigdemandingoneroustoughseverechallengingexactinghardstrenuousdifficultarduous
4

(of a claim, story, etc.) significantly overstated and exaggerated

  • His story about wrestling a bear was a tall tale that no one believed.
  • She often told tall stories about her adventures, each one more unbelievable than the last.
  • The salesman's promises were tall, claiming his product could solve problems it clearly couldn't.
  • Kids love sharing tall tales about their daring exploits on the playground.
  • His description of the fishing trip was filled with tall claims about the size of the fish he caught.
Synonyms:
exaggeratedhyperbolicoverstatedimprobablecoloredmarvellouspreposteroustall(a)marvelousabsurd
5

(of a drink) containing a greater volume of mixer relative to the alcohol

  • He ordered a tall rum and coke, preferring the lighter taste for a refreshing drink.
  • At the beach bar, they offered tall margaritas, perfect for sipping slowly in the sun.
  • He ordered a tall vodka and soda to keep his drink light.
  • For a refreshing summer beverage, she preferred a tall gin and tonic.
  • She sipped a tall tequila sunrise, which was both vibrant and mellow.
Synonyms:
mixedlightlong