Lofty and Wretched

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Lofty adjective - Having, characterized by, or arising from a dignified and generous nature.

Usage example: remained true to the cause's lofty ideals, regardless of the changing winds of popular opinion

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Wretched is an antonym for lofty.

Nearby Words: loftiness, loft, lofted, loftily

Wretched adjective - Not following or in accordance with standards of honor and decency.

Usage example: his wretched treatment of women earned him a bad reputation

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Lofty is an antonym for wretched.

Nearby Words: wretch, wretchedly

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