lofty
/ˈlɔftɪ; ?@ ˈlɔ:ftɪ; `lɔftɪ/ adj
(-ier, -iest)
1 [usu attrib 通常作定语]
(of thoughts, aims, etc) noble; exalted （指思想、 目标等）高尚的, 崇高的
lofty sentiments 高尚的情操.
2 (derog 贬) seeming to be proud and superior; haughty 高傲的; 骄傲的; 傲慢的
in a lofty manner 态度傲慢.
3 (rhet 修辞) (not used of people 不用於指人) very tall 极高的: a lofty mountain 高山
lofty halls 高大的厅堂.