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lofty

adjective

Of imposing height; especially standing out above others

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Word Facts

Word length
5
Starts with
L
Ends with
Y
Contains
OF
Scrabble score
11
CEFR level
C1

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈlɒfti

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adjective

  1. Of imposing height; especially standing out above others

    “An eminent peak”

adjective

  1. Having or displaying great dignity or nobility

    “A gallant pageant”

adjective

  1. Of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style

    “An exalted ideal”

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Example Sentences

An eminent peak
Lofty mountains
The soaring spires of the cathedral
Towering icebergs
A gallant pageant
Lofty ships
Majestic cities
Proud alpine peaks
An exalted ideal
{'source': 'Oliver Franks', 'text': 'argue in terms of high-flown ideals'}
A noble and lofty concept
A grand purpose

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