lofty

• 形容事物具有很大的高度，也可引申指高尚、崇高的品格，有时含有傲慢、高傲之意。

Describes something that is of great height, or figuratively, of a noble or elevated character, sometimes implying arrogance.

1. Elevated in nature or styleB2formal

   Having high moral or intellectual value; noble or elevated in character.

   高尚的

   • The speech was filled with lofty ideals about peace and justice.
   • She pursued lofty goals in her career as a humanitarian.
   • His lofty ambitions inspired everyone around him.

   同义词elevatedexaltedgrandhigh-mindedmajesticnoblesublime

   反义词basedebasedignoblelowmean

2. Imposing heightB2formal

   Of great height; standing out above others, especially in a physical sense.

   高耸的

   • The lofty mountains towered over the valley.
   • They admired the lofty spires of the ancient cathedral.
   • From the lofty balcony, you could see the entire city.

   同义词elevatedhighmajesticsky-highsoaringsublimetalltowering

   反义词lowlowlyshortstunted

3. Dignified or nobleB2formal

   Having or displaying great dignity, nobility, or grandeur.

   高尚的

   • The queen maintained a lofty demeanor throughout the ceremony.
   • His lofty bearing commanded respect from all who met him.
   • The building's architecture had a lofty, majestic quality.

   同义词dignifiedelevatedexaltedgrandhigh-mindedmagnanimousmajesticnoblestatelysublime

   反义词basedebasedignoblelowmeanvile