Towering

/ˈtaʊərɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

extremely tall or high; reaching a great height.

The towering skyscrapers define the city skyline.

impressive or awe-inspiring in size or stature.

He gave a towering performance that captivated the audience.

having a very high or elevated position or status.

Her towering intellect set her apart from her peers.

Middle English, from the word 'tower' which means to rise high.

towering inferno

A large fire that is out of control, often in high-rise buildings.

towering presence

Someone who commands attention due to their stature or demeanor.

towering above

To stand significantly higher than something else.

tower

A tall, narrow building often used for observation or as a landmark.

peak

The pointed top of something, especially a mountain.

summit

The highest point of a hill or mountain.

Someone who stands out significantly in a group.

At the party, she was the towering figure everyone wanted to talk to.

Something that’s impressively large or strong.

That towering ride at the amusement park is insane!