idealist vs lofty

idealist

noun
  • An unrealistic or impractical visionary. 

  • Someone whose conduct stems from idealism rather than from practicality. 

  • One who adheres to idealism. 

lofty

adj
  • extremely proud; arrogant; haughty 

  • high, tall, having great height or stature 

  • idealistic, implying over-optimism 

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