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Definition of High-flown
1. Adjective. Pretentious (especially with regard to language or ideals). "A high-sounding dissertation on the means to attain social revolution"
2. Adjective. Of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style. "A grand purpose"
Exact synonyms: Elevated, Exalted, Grand, High-minded, Idealistic, Lofty, Noble-minded, Rarefied, Rarified, Sublime
Similar to: Noble
Derivative terms: Grandness, High-mindedness, Idealism, Noble-mindedness
Similar to: Noble
Derivative terms: Grandness, High-mindedness, Idealism, Noble-mindedness