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loftily

/ˈlɒf.tɪ.li/

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adverb

/ˈlɒf.tɪ.li/C1formal
  • ruНаречие, означающее «гордо, надменно или с чувством превосходства». Описывает поведение или речь, которые предполагают чувство морального или социального превосходства, часто с оттенком снисходительности или пренебрежения.

An adverb meaning "in a proud, haughty, or superior manner." It describes behavior or speech that suggests a sense of moral or social elevation, often with an air of condescension or disdain.

  1. In a proud or superior mannerC1formal

    Acting or speaking in a way that suggests one feels superior or more important than others.

    ruНадменно

    • He loftily dismissed the criticism from his colleagues.
    • She loftily declared that her opinion was the only correct one.
    • The manager loftily ignored the suggestions from the junior staff.

    Synonymsarrogantlycondescendinglydisdainfullyhaughtilyimperiouslypompouslyproudlysnobbishlysuperciliously

    Antonymshumblymeeklymodestlyunpretentiously

  2. At a great heightC1formal

    In a position or manner that is physically high up.

    ruВысоко

    • The castle stood loftily on the hilltop.
    • The eagle soared loftily above the mountains.
    • The tower rose loftily above the surrounding buildings.

    Synonymsabovealofthighskywardup

    Antonymsbaselylowly

Forms
  • more loftily comparative form
  • most loftily superlative form
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