Lofty
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈlɒfti/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Lofty is an adjective meaning High, tall, having great height or stature.
Meaning
High, tall, having great height or stature.
More Meanings
- Idealistic, implying over-optimism.
- Extremely proud; arrogant; haughty.
Example Sentences
a lofty goal
that lofty pity with which prosperous folk are apt to remember their grandfathers
On my left was a river, which came roaring down from a range of lofty mountains right before me to the south-east.
When the night was half spent, I rose and walked on, till the day broke in all its beauty and the sun rose over the heads of the lofty hills and athwart the low gravelly plains.
Word Forms
- loftier
- loftiest
Synonyms for lofty
Depending on context, synonyms include noble, honorable, eminent, impressive, exalted, high.
Antonyms for lofty
Common opposites include ignoble.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include towering, high, eminent, impressive, majestic, exalted.
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