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Webster 1913 Edition
High-sounding
High′-soundˊing
,Adj.
Pompous; noisy; ostentatious;
as,
. high-sounding
words or titlesWebster 1828 Edition
High-sounding
HIGH-SOUNDING
,Adj.
Definition 2024
high-sounding
high-sounding
English
Adjective
high-sounding (not comparable)
- Having an elevated or moralistic tone.
- Oratorial or even contrived sounding.
Usage notes
It is determined by context if the intent is that something is merely high-sounding in which it indicates that the sentiments are false and although it sounds good it had no substance.