adjective
- Of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style.
- usage: "an exalted ideal"; "argue in terms of high-flown ideals- Oliver Franks; "a noble and lofty concept"; "a grand purpose"
- synonyms: exalted, elevated, sublime, grand, high-flown, high-minded, rarefied, rarified, idealistic, noble-minded
- Of imposing height; especially standing out above others.
- usage: "an eminent peak"; "lofty mountains"; "the soaring spires of the cathedral"; "towering icebergs"
- Having or displaying great dignity or nobility.
- usage: "a gallant pageant"; "lofty ships"; "majestic cities"; "proud alpine peaks"
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