Synonyms: ceiling
Definition: the overhead upper surface of a covered space
Usage: he hated painting the ceiling
Similar words: upper surface
Definition: the side that is uppermost
Synonyms: ceiling
Definition: (meteorology) altitude of the lowest layer of clouds
Similar words: height, altitude
Definition: elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface
Usage: the altitude gave her a headache
Synonyms: ceiling
Definition: maximum altitude at which a plane can fly (under specified conditions)
Similar words: height, altitude
Definition: elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface
Usage: the altitude gave her a headache
Definition: an upper limit on what is allowed
Usage: he put a ceiling on the number of women who worked for him; there was a roof on salaries; they established a cap for prices
Similar words: control
Definition: the economic policy of controlling or limiting or curbing prices or wages etc.
Usage: they wanted to repeal all the legislation that imposed economic controls