Definitions for lofty

lofty loft·y

Spelling: [lawf-tee, lof-]
IPA: /ˈlɔf ti, ˈlɒf-/

Lofty is a 5 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 11 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 11 points.

You can make 39 anagrams from letters in lofty (floty).

Definitions for lofty

adjective

  1. extending high in the air; of imposing height; towering:
  2. exalted in rank, dignity, or character; eminent.
  3. elevated in style, tone, or sentiment, as writings or speech.
  4. arrogantly or condescendingly superior in manner; haughty:
  5. Nautical. noting a rig of a sailing ship having extraordinarily high masts.
  6. (of fabric or yarn) thick and resilient.

Origin of lofty

late Middle English word dating back to 1400-50; See origin at loft, -y1

Examples for lofty

As always, its leaders paid lip service to lofty ideals to obscure the ugly base alloys.

Powell ranks with Patrick Smith in the hierarchy of Florida historical novelists and that is lofty territory, indeed.

In a lofty way he received the attentions of the multitudes of strange gods.

Travel with lofty purpose really began when it was accessible only to a small and privileged class with unlimited time to travel.

Be reliable supports of the Songun revolution possessed of a lofty spirit and rich knowledge!

There is a tradition in this country stretching back to Thomas Jefferson of lofty ideals for our colleges and universities.

Such absolute and lofty ideas they are, that they can descend to no compromise.

He regarded the lofty ridges and the deep gaps with apprehension.

This lofty and blase greeting can come from none other than Roland Barnette.

You retain your lofty calm: but inside you are little quivers of rapture.

Word Value for lofty
Scrable

11

Words with friends

11

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