Definition
崇高 (chóng gāo) describes something sublime, majestic, or lofty, often in a spiritual or ideal sense (e.g., noble ideals, sublime spirit). It differs from 高尚 (gāo shàng), which focuses on moral nobility, and from 雄伟 (xióng wěi), which describes physical grandeur of buildings or landscapes. 崇高 is more abstract and elevated in tone.
adjective
majesticsublimelofty
Easily confused
- 崇尚chóng shànglook-aliketo advocate, to uphold (a value or lifestyle)
Examples
- 崇高。Tā de chóng gāo jīngshén gǔwǔ le hěn duō rén.His lofty spirit inspired many people.
- 崇高，。Wèi le chóng gāo de mùbiāo, tā yuànyì fùchū yíqiè.For a sublime goal, he is willing to give everything.
- 崇高。Zhè zuò diāosù gěi rén chóng gāo de gǎnjué.This sculpture gives people a majestic feeling.
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