LOFTY definition: 1. high: 2. Lofty ideas, etc. are of a high moral standard: 3. If you have a lofty way of…. Learn more.

1. a : elevated in character and spirit : noble lofty ideals b : elevated in status : superior the less lofty customers of the bar 2. having a haughty ...

adjective · extending high in the air; of imposing height; towering: lofty mountains. · exalted in rank, dignity, or character; eminent. Antonyms: lowly.

The words high and tall are common synonyms of lofty. While all three words mean "above the average in height," lofty suggests great or imposing altitude.

lofty in British English · 1. of majestic or imposing height · 2. exalted or noble in character or nature · 3. haughty or supercilious. Lofty · Lofty expectations · Lofty ambition · Lofty perch

(formal) (of buildings, mountains, etc.) very high and impressive. Extra Examples From the lofty heights of his apartment you could see right across New York.

LOFTY meaning: 1 : rising to a great height very tall and impressive; 2 : very high and good deserving to be admired.

lofty · extending high in the air; towering:lofty mountains. · elevated in style or tone:lofty sentiments. · arrogant in manner; haughty:a rather lofty butler.

From Middle English lofty, lofti, lofte (“of high rank; noble; ornate”), equivalent to loft (“sky, firmament; upper room”) +‎ -y.