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lofty

loft·y

lofty

 
pronunciation:
lawf ti [or] laf ti
features:
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part of speech: adjective
inflections: loftier, loftiest
definition 1: of great height; high.
We walked through a forest of lofty trees.
synonyms:
high
antonyms:
low, short
similar words:
tall
definition 2: noble or superior.
The professor had lofty thoughts that she shared with her students.
synonyms:
grand, noble, superior
antonyms:
base
similar words:
distinguished, great, high, majestic
definition 3: showing a belief that one is better than other people; proud.
The lofty manner of the new boss made him very unpopular with the workers.
synonyms:
arrogant, haughty, proud, snobbish, superior
similar words:
pompous
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derivations: loftily (adv.), loftiness (n.)
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