Exaltment

Quick meaning: Exaltment is a noun meaning (obsolete) exaltation.

Meaning

(obsolete) exaltation.

Example Sentences

For of exaltments wonderous they could tell

As to the substance of this particular, we may consider, that sanctity implying a discrimination, a distance, an exaltment in nature or use of the thing, which is denominated thereby […]

'Oh, the same princess Pride rules them both,' answered the angel, 'this young man is only speaking fair on account of the errand he comes upon; he is seeking popularity at present, with the intent to raise himself thereby to the highest office in the kingdom – it is easy for him to lament to the people how much they are wronged by the oppression of bad masters; but his own exaltment, and not the weal of the kingdom, is the heart of the matter.'

Word Forms

• exaltments

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