high note

English

Noun

high note (plural high notes)

1. (music) The highest and usually climactic note of a song or composition, especially one that is difficult to reach.

   Antonym: bass note

   After weeks of practice Alyssa was finally able to hit the high note of her song perfectly.

2. (figuratively) A climax or best achievement.
3. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see high,‎ note.

Derived terms

• hit the high notes
• leave on a high note