In/into the stratosphere Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Exaggeration Tool Use it to emphasize something extreme or excessive, often more figurative than literal. His reputation went into the stratosphere after the movie. Pro Tip 2/3Achievement Marker Marks a significant or sudden increase in status, quality, or amount. The app's downloads have shot into the stratosphere overnight. Pro Tip 3/3Not Literal It’s not about physical height but about reaching a high level in non-physical spaces like success. Her streaming numbers are in the stratosphere.