high-mindedness

Definitions of high-mindedness
  1. noun
    elevated ideals or conduct; the quality of believing that ideals should be pursued
    synonyms: idealism, noble-mindedness
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    type of:
    grandeur, magnanimousness, nobility, nobleness
    the quality of elevation of mind and exaltation of character or ideals or conduct
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