High as a kite

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adjective

Used to describe someone who is very happy or excited.

After winning the lottery, John was as high as a kite.
Visual representation of "high as a kite" - Used to describe someone who is very happy or excited.

Often appears as...

  • feel high as a kite
  • as high as a kite with joy

Usage tips

Informal, Approving

Colloquial

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Extreme Happiness

Expresses a strong level of happiness, more than just 'happy' or 'pleased'.

Illustration for Extreme Happiness
She was high as a kite after her performance received a standing ovation.
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Emotive Imagery

The phrase creates a vivid mental image of someone floating with joy, like a kite flying high.

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Winning the award, he felt as high as a kite, nearly floating with joy.
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Colloquial Use

Used in informal situations among friends or family, but not in formal contexts.

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I've never felt so high as a kite, this is the best day of my life!
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