lofty lofty /ˈlɔfti/

adjective

1. () Of imposing height; especially standing out above others  ( eminent , soaring , towering , lofty )
   of imposing height; especially standing out above others
    An eminent peak
   an eminent peak
    Lofty mountains
   lofty mountains
    The soaring spires of the cathedral
   the soaring spires of the cathedral
    Towering icebergs
   towering icebergs
   
2. () Of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style  ( elevated , grand , high-flown , high-minded , idealistic , noble-minded , rarefied , rarified , sublime , exalted , lofty )
   of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
    An exalted ideal
   an exalted ideal
    Argue in terms of high-flown ideals
   argue in terms of high-flown ideals
    A noble and lofty concept
   a noble and lofty concept
    A grand purpose
   a grand purpose
   
3. Having or displaying great dignity or nobility  ( gallant , lofty , majestic , proud )
   having or displaying great dignity or nobility
    A gallant pageant
   a gallant pageant
    Lofty ships
   lofty ships
    Majestic cities
   majestic cities
    Proud alpine peaks
   proud alpine peaks