The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word INSOBRIETY
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The straight part
We know that "Highness" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case highness = insobriety.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does INSOBRIETY mean?
INSOBRIETY noun- The state of being drunk; a lack of sobriety.