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
collationa light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper
unwontedbeing out of the ordinary : rare
monotheismthe doctrine or belief that there is but one God
confoundto throw (a person) into confusion or perplexity
vintnera wine merchant
wagea payment usually of money for labor or services usually according to contract and on an hourly, daily, or piecework basis
fetishan object (such as a small stone carving of an animal) believed to have magical power to protect or aid its owner
palatableagreeable to the palate or taste
knella stroke or sound of a bell especially when rung slowly (as for a death, funeral, or disaster)
historichistorical