adjective C2 Proficient Uncommon

exalted

ihg-ZAWL-tihd

Exalted (adjective) means Held in very high honor or regard; elevated in rank or status. Example: “She now holds an exalted position within the organization.”

adjective

Held in very high honor or regard; elevated in rank or status.

"She now holds an exalted position within the organization."

Grand, noble, or almost heavenly in feeling.

"The choir's singing filled the cathedral with an exalted atmosphere."

How to use exalted

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishRaised to a position of great honor, or feeling noble and uplifted.

Common pairings

exalted status exalted position exalted rank

Word forms

more exalted comparative, most exalted superlative

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Rhymes for exalted

malted salted

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Frequently asked questions

What does “exalted” mean?

The word “exalted” means held in very high honor or regard; elevated in rank or status. In plain terms, raised to a position of great honor, or feeling noble and uplifted.

How do you pronounce “exalted”?

“Exalted” is pronounced ihg-ZAWL-tihd (/ɪɡˈzɔːltɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “exalted” in a sentence?

Here is “exalted” used in a sentence: “She now holds an exalted position within the organization.”

What part of speech is “exalted”?

“Exalted” is an adjective.

Is “exalted” a common word?

“Exalted” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.

How many meanings does “exalted” have?

“Exalted” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: held in very high honor or regard; elevated in rank or status.