LOFTY Synonyms: 297 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How does the adjective 'lofty' contrast with its synonyms?

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 mountain peaks

Q: When might 'high' be a better fit than 'lofty'?

The meanings of high and lofty largely overlap; however, high implies marked extension upward and is applied chiefly to things which rise from a base or foundation or are placed at a conspicuous height above a lower level. // a high hill // a high ceiling

Q: When can 'tall' be used instead of 'lofty'?

Although the words tall and lofty have much in common, tall applies to what grows or rises high by comparison with others of its kind and usually implies relative narrowness. // a tall thin man

lofty

adjective

ˈlȯf-tē

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as in tall

extending to a great distance upward the ever-increasing lofty heights of the world's skyscrapers

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as in arrogant

having a feeling of superiority that shows itself in an overbearing attitude she acts all lofty and superior just because she went to an Ivy League college

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as in proud

having or displaying feelings of scorn for what is regarded as beneath oneself his lofty attitude toward menial chores really rankles the other camp counselors

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as in noble

having, characterized by, or arising from a dignified and generous nature remained true to the cause's lofty ideals, regardless of the changing winds of popular opinion

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as in eloquent

very dignified in form, tone, or style the lofty nature of the coronation ceremony

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How does the adjective lofty contrast with its synonyms?

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 mountain peaks

When might high be a better fit than lofty?

The meanings of high and lofty largely overlap; however, high implies marked extension upward and is applied chiefly to things which rise from a base or foundation or are placed at a conspicuous height above a lower level.

a high hill

a high ceiling

When can tall be used instead of lofty?

Although the words tall and lofty have much in common, tall applies to what grows or rises high by comparison with others of its kind and usually implies relative narrowness.

a tall thin man

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Recent Examples of lofty Don’t listen to naysayers who tell you that your dreams are too lofty. —

Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 21 Oct. 2024 He’s accrued at least a dozen smashes that have reached the loftiest space on the main singles tally. —

Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024 Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images UBS still faces the lofty tasks of integrating its IT system with that of Credit Suisse, along with migrating clients — with the latter transition set to take around 18 months, Reuters reported earlier this month. —

Ruxandra Iordache, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2024 The league also has lofty international aspirations. —

Sam Joseph, CNN, 29 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for lofty

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According to Out Magazine, an LGBTQ+ news, fashion, entertainment and lifestyle magazine, Kornacki stands at 6 feet, 2 inches tall.

Kaycee Sloan, The Enquirer, 6 Nov. 2024
In addition to holding the record for skinniest skyscraper, the building is also the second tallest residential building in the Western Hemisphere, reaching a whopping 1,428 feet high, including a 300-foot decorative steel crown.

Jessica Cherner, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2024