Definition
高远 (gāo yuǎn) is a stative verb describing something that is both 'high' and 'far-reaching' — used figuratively of aspirations, ideals, vision, or artistic conception. You'll often see it in literary or formal contexts: 志向高远 'lofty ambitions', 目光高远 'far-sighted vision'. It carries a positive connotation of breadth and depth, not just physical height.
s.v.
to be lofty and far-reachingfar-sighted (of aspirations, vision, artistic conception)
Examples
- 高远，。Tā de zhìxiàng fēicháng gāo yuǎn, ràng rén jìngpèi.His aspirations are very lofty and far-reaching, admirable.
- 高远。Zhǐyǒu mùguāng gāo yuǎn de rén cáinéng kàndào wèilái de jīyù.Only those with far-sighted vision can see future opportunities.
- 高远，。Zhè fú huà de yìjìng gāo yuǎn, lìng rén huíwèi wúqióng.The artistic conception of this painting is lofty and far-reaching, leaving endless aftertaste.
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