lofty
Translation
lofty, high, noble, haughty
Examples
The building has lofty ceilings.
The building has lofty ceilings.
She has lofty ideals.
She has lofty ideals.
He spoke with a lofty disdain.
He spoke with a lofty disdain.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) lofty ((noun)) very high or noble He has lofty ambitions.
Similar Words
Synonyms: high, tall, noble, grand, arrogant; Antonyms: low, humble, modest
Etymology
From the noun 'loft' + the adjective-forming suffix '-y'. Literally meaning 'like a loft' or 'high up'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'loft', which is a high place. 'Lofty' can describe things that are physically high (ceilings) or metaphorically high (ideals, attitude).