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lofty

adjective

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Meaning

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Very tall and grand, or high and noble in spirit or ideas.

Example Sentence

The ancient castle had lofty towers that reached towards the sky, inspiring awe in all who saw them.

Usage Note

Used to describe things that are physically very tall and impressive, like mountains or buildings, or to describe noble, high-minded ideas, ambitions, or principles.