Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

high-ground

noun

/haɪ ɡraʊnd/

Definition

A position of advantage or superiority, often used in a figurative sense to describe moral or strategic high ground in a debate or conflict.

Examples

During the negotiation, she maintained the high ground by sticking to her principles.
The military strategy focused on gaining the high-ground to secure a tactical advantage.
In the debate, he lost the audience’s support when he abandoned the high ground on the issue of climate change.

Meaning

The term high-ground refers to a metaphorical or literal advantageous position. In discussions or conflicts, having the high ground implies holding a morally superior stance or having leverage that makes it easier to win an argument or situation.