LOFTINESSES Synonyms: 395 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

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as in arrogance

an exaggerated sense of one's importance that shows itself in the making of excessive or unjustified claims we were offended by the new club member's air of loftiness

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ˈlȯf-tē

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 loftiness

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No lofty expectations, just whatever music came through collectively. —

Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 24 Mar. 2026 Angry at California’s lofty cost of living or its stubbornly high housing expenses? —

Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 21 Mar. 2026 The first step toward that lofty goal is a matchup with the Crusaders, who have won nine straight games. —

CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026 No, every one of the machines on the list was one that someone could hand over money in exchange for … even if, in some cases, the amounts were lofty and the lists exclusive. —

Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for loftiness

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Money and jealousy are the root of the play’s evils, with more deadly sins released in a world of posh, uppity arrogance.

— David John Chávez, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2026
In a study with 355 participants, the authors narrowed their list to 16 warning signs that predicted violence that occurred within six months — many of them having to do with entitlement, arrogance, control and emotional immaturity.

— Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 21 Mar. 2026