high-minded — having noble and moral principles; idealistic
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having noble and moral principles; idealistic
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhaɪ ˈmaɪndɪd/
Example Sentences
- The high-minded professor refused to accept bribes from students.
- His high-minded speech about honesty was ironic since he had just cheated on the exam.
- She maintains high-minded standards even when nobody is watching.
high-minded
ADJECTIVE[/ˈhaɪ ˈmaɪndɪd/]
having noble and moral principles; idealistic
a well-dressed executive stands firmly at the conference table, holding up her hand to stop a proposal. She points to documents showing questionable business practices that would harm workers. The other board members look surprised as she explains why profit shouldn't come before people's wellbeing. Her assistant nods approvingly while colleagues lean back in their chairs, realizing she's choosing ethics over easy money. Several employees visible through the glass wall smile with relief and respect. someone having noble and moral principles while being idealistic about doing the right thing
Once blinded by greed, now reminded to be high-minded
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“The high-minded professor refused to accept bribes from students.”
“His high-minded speech about honesty was ironic since he had just cheated on the exam.”
“She maintains high-minded standards even when nobody is watching.”
“The politician's high-minded promises melted faster than ice cream in summer.”
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