GRE Word List

LOFTY

elevated in character and spirit : noble

The meaning of the word lofty is elevated in character and spirit : noble.

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WordMeaning
gloatto observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight
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consanguinitythe quality or state of being consanguineous
tessellatedhaving a checkered appearance
monochromatichaving or consisting of one color or hue
polemicalof, relating to, or being a polemic : controversial
battaliona considerable body of troops organized to act together : army
puckerto become wrinkled or constricted
liquidateto determine by agreement or by litigation the precise amount of (indebtedness, damages, or accounts)
dozeto sleep lightly