loftiness
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7.5
- noun
- /ˈlɔːftɪnəs/
:
elevación
- The loftiness of the mountain made climbing it a daunting challenge.
Examples
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Her actions reflected a certain loftiness that impressed everyone around her.
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"You're already alive for a few extra Thursdays above average, Whiskers," said Feldwebel from the loftiness of his horse.
Fiction book (1990) -
Written in loftiness and sincerity, that if you shoot for the moon and fail, you will end up in the stars.
Blog text (10) -
It reveals to us something about their idealism and a certain kind of loftiness of soul.
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There was neither the welcoming character of the present schoolhouse nor the dignity and loftiness of Callan School.
Fiction book (1993) -
The loftiness of the cloud-spattered sky, the sparkling drift of the Seine on the left, and the crisp clarity of the light and shadow effects conjure up the palpable atmosphere of a fine day.
Academic text (2005) -
Many admired the loftiness of the ideals presented at the conference.
Synonyms
62
5.1
High respect and admiration that people give for success or power
18
6.5
Being far above other things in place, amount, or strength
16
5.0
Being morally good and acting with kindness and honor
11
8.7
A sign that makes someone or something seem more respected and important
9
6.1
A quality of strong moral character that earns respect
4
7.9
Being better than others in an area, like skill or success
3
4.4
A position of respect and importance in society or at work
2
4.3
A respected place in a group because people admire you
1
6.6
Being kind and honest in a way people respect
1
8.1
Having strong moral ideas and trying to do what is right in actions
A quality of being respected and admired because of success, power, or money
Great fame and respect for doing important work
Antonyms
How Lofty
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Loftiness comes from the old word loft, which meant 'air' or 'upper room'. So to say someone has loftiness is to say they are 'high' in spirit or rank, like their ideas or manner stand above the ordinary.