What does lofty mean?

Aiming for morally admirable or very ambitious achievements. Rising to a great height. Showing a belief that you are better than others.

How is lofty pronounced?

UK /ˈlɒfti/, US /ˈlɔːfti/.

/ˈlɒfti/ · /ˈlɔːfti/

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崇高的；雄心勃勃的

adj. Aiming for morally admirable or very ambitious achievements.

崇高的；雄心勃勃的

adj. Rising to a great height.

高耸的

adj. Showing a belief that you are better than others.

高傲的；傲慢的

She has lofty ambitions but works hard every day.

她志向远大，同时每天都在努力。

Governments often announce lofty goals for reducing inequality, but meaningful progress requires sustained investment and practical policies.

政府常常宣布减少不平等的宏大目标，但实质性进展需要持续投入和切实可行的政策。

修饰理想时可表赞许，也可暗示目标过高、不切实际。

What does lofty mean?: Aiming for morally admirable or very ambitious achievements. Rising to a great height. Showing a belief that you are better than others.
How is lofty pronounced?: UK /ˈlɒfti/, US /ˈlɔːfti/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.