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- [lawf-tee, lof-]
- /ˈlɔf ti, ˈlɒf-/
- /ˈlɒf.ti/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [lawf-tee, lof-]
- /ˈlɔf ti, ˈlɒf-/
Definitions of loftier word
- adjective loftier extending high in the air; of imposing height; towering: lofty mountains. 1
- adjective loftier exalted in rank, dignity, or character; eminent. 1
- adjective loftier elevated in style, tone, or sentiment, as writings or speech. 1
- adjective loftier arrogantly or condescendingly superior in manner; haughty: to treat someone in a lofty manner. 1
- adjective loftier Nautical. noting a rig of a sailing ship having extraordinarily high masts. 1
- adjective loftier (of fabric or yarn) thick and resilient. 1
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Origin of loftier
First appearance:
before 1400 One of the 24% oldest English words
late Middle English word dating back to 1400-50; See origin at loft, -y1
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Parts of speech for Loftier
noun
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loftier popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 95% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 63% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
loftier usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for loftier
adjective loftier
- upper — higher, as in place, position, pitch, or in a scale: the upper stories of a house; the upper register of a singer's voice.
- larger — of more than average size, quantity, degree, etc.; exceeding that which is common to a kind or class; big; great: a large house; a large number; in large measure; to a large extent.
- superior — higher in station, rank, degree, importance, etc.: a superior officer.
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