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highmindedness Synonyms
Another word for highmindedness
Choosing another word for highmindedness depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The quality of having strong moral principles, lofty ideals, and an honorable character; unhyphenated variant of high-mindedness.
Usage Example
"Her unwavering high-mindedness earned the respect of even her fiercest political rivals."
Strongest
high-mindedness
nobility
Strong
magnanimity
idealism
rectitude
integrity
probity
uprightness
honorableness
• noun (Context 2)
Arrogance, haughtiness, or an attitude of superiority (archaic).
Usage Example
"The ancient chronicler warned the young monarch against the perils of pride and haughtiness."
Strongest
haughtiness
arrogance
Strong
hubris
pride
superciliousness
conceit
Opposites of highmindedness
The opposite of highmindedness shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
baseness
humility
ignobility
modesty
petty-mindedness
small-mindedness
meekness
lowliness
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Highmindedness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/highmindedness