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Definition of highflier
highflier
/ˈhaɪˌflaɪ.ər/
(UK: high-flyer)
high · fli · er
Plural:highfliers
•Adjective:high-flying
highflier Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
9
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
3
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• noun
1
An ambitious, talented person who achieves rapid success or has the potential to reach a high position in their career or field.
Example
"The firm actively recruits corporate highfliers who can lead international expansion."
2
A company stock or speculative investment whose market price has risen sharply over a short period.
Example
"Several technology highfliers saw their stock prices correct sharply after the quarterly earnings report."
3
A bird, insect, or aircraft that flies at a high altitude.
Example
"Swifts and certain species of geese are known to be remarkable highfliers during migration."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Highflier. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/highflier