low ceiling
Ducking required here
Low ceiling describes a limit on how high something can go.
Literally, it's a ceiling that doesn't leave much headroom.
In aviation and meteorology, a low ceiling means clouds hanging close to the ground, restricting visibility for pilots: Flights were delayed due to a low ceiling.
Figuratively, it describes limited potential or a cap on achievement: The job has a low ceiling for advancement.
- crampedUncomfortably lacking space
- claustrophobicFearing confined spaces
- tight squeezeSituation with minimal clearance
- basementSubterranean building level
- atticSpace beneath the roof
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- room descriptionsspacious, cozy, bright, dark, sunny
- low cloudsstratus, stratocumulus, nimbostratus, scud, marine layer
- rustic buildingsfarmhouse, chalet, log cabin, bungalow, croft
- Aviation Weathervisibility, turbulence, icing, wind shear, IFR
- tea ceremonytea ceremony, tea master, tea bowl, tea room, matcha
low ceilinghigh ceiling
Tall room boundary above
vaulted ceiling · cathedral ceiling · coffered ceiling · exposed beams
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