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Definition of loftiness noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

loftiness

noun
 
/ˈlɒftinəs/
 
/ˈlɔːftinəs/
[uncountable]
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  1. (approving) the fact of having a high moral quality that deserves praise
    • the loftiness of his ideas
  2. (disapproving) attitudes or behaviour that show a belief that you are worth more than other people
    • the loftiness of her manner
  3. the fact of being very high and impressive
    • the loftiness of the ceiling
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adverb
 
 
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