High-minded and morally excellent, surpassing ordinary standards.
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- Describes admirable moral character and lofty spirit.
- Implies high ethical standards and integrity.
- Used to praise exceptional personal qualities.
Overview
“高尚” (gāoshàng) 是一个形容词，用于描述人或事物的品德、情操、品质或行为等达到了非常高、值得钦佩的水平。它强调的是一种精神上的崇高、道德上的优秀和超越普通、平庸的境界。这个词通常带有褒义，用来赞扬那些具有良好道德品质、思想境界开阔、行为正直无私的人或事物。
“高尚”常用来形容人的品德、情操、思想、品格、风格、精神、品质、境界等。它可以直接用作定语修饰名词，也可以用作谓语。例如：高尚的品德、高尚的情操、思想高尚、品格高尚、风格高尚、精神高尚、品质高尚、境界高尚。在句子中，它通常用来表达对某人或某事的高度评价和赞扬。
这个词经常出现在文学作品、道德教育、人物评价、新闻报道（尤其是在报道感人事迹时）以及日常对话中，用来表达对美好品质的向往和赞美。例如，在讨论英雄人物、慈善家、道德模范时，常用“高尚”来形容他们的行为和品德。在描述一种追求精神满足而非物质利益的生活态度时，也可以使用“高尚”。
与“崇高”(chónggāo) 相比，“高尚”更侧重于个人的品德和情操，强调其道德上的优秀和值得尊敬。而“崇高”的范围更广，可以指事物在形式、规模、精神力量等方面的伟大和令人敬畏，不一定局限于个人品德。“伟大”(wěidà) 也是一个褒义词，但它更强调成就、规模或影响力的巨大，可以用于人、事、物等，其侧重点与“高尚”不同。“优秀”(yōuxiù) 是一个更普遍的词，指在某方面做得非常好，可以指成绩、能力、品质等，但不如“高尚”那样强调道德层面的高度和精神境界。
Examples
他具有高尚的品格，从不占别人便宜。
everydayHe possesses a noble character and never takes advantage of others.
在战乱年代，许多人展现出了高尚的人性光辉。
formalDuring times of war, many people displayed the noble brilliance of humanity.
她总是乐于助人，真是个高尚的人。
informalShe's always willing to help others; she's truly a noble person.
该哲学思想强调追求精神层面的高尚境界，而非物质的满足。
academicThis philosophical thought emphasizes pursuing noble spiritual realms rather than material satisfaction.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
品德高尚
of noble character
情操高尚
lofty sentiments
境界高尚
noble realm/state
Often Confused With
'高尚' (gāoshàng) typically refers to personal moral quality and character. '崇高' (chónggāo) can describe things that are grand, lofty, or awe-inspiring in a broader sense, not limited to personal morality.
'优秀' (yōuxiù) is a general term for being excellent or outstanding in any aspect. '高尚' specifically highlights moral and ethical superiority.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
Register is generally formal or neutral, used in contexts requiring praise or admiration for moral qualities. Avoid using it for trivial matters or everyday achievements, as it might sound insincere. It's often used when discussing ethics, virtue, or significant moral acts.
Common Mistakes
Learners might overuse '高尚' for general excellence, confusing it with '优秀'. Also, applying it to inanimate objects or very mundane situations can be inappropriate. Ensure the context truly reflects a high moral or spiritual quality.
Tips
Focus on Moral Excellence
Remember '高尚' emphasizes exceptional moral character and integrity, not just general excellence.
Avoid Overuse for Mundane Things
Using '高尚' for everyday, ordinary matters can sound exaggerated or insincere.
Valued Trait in Chinese Culture
High moral character and ethical conduct have always been highly valued in traditional Chinese culture.
Word Origin
The character '高' means 'high' or 'tall', and '尚' means 'esteem', 'value', or 'still'. Together, '高尚' literally suggests something highly esteemed or of a high value, particularly in a moral or spiritual sense.
Cultural Context
In Chinese culture, valuing moral integrity and ethical conduct is paramount. '高尚' encapsulates this ideal of a person with excellent character and a pure heart, often associated with traditional virtues.
Memory Tip
Imagine a '高' (tall) mountain with a '尚' (still, yet) pristine, untouched peak – symbolizing purity and a lofty, admirable state.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions“高尚”主要强调品德、情操的精神层面，指道德上的优秀和崇高。“伟大”则更侧重于成就、规模或影响力的巨大，可以指人、事、物，其范畴比“高尚”更广。
一般情况下，“高尚”主要用来形容人的品德、情操、思想、精神等，较少直接形容具体物品。但有时可以引申形容某种风格或境界，如“高尚的艺术风格”。
适合在需要赞扬某人高尚品德、无私奉献精神、崇高理想或优秀情操的语境中使用，如评价道德模范、感人事迹等。
高尚的近义词包括：崇高、伟大、优秀、不凡、圣洁（有时）等，但它们各有侧重。
Test Yourself
请在横线上填入合适的词语。
他一生追求真理，品德______，深受人们尊敬。
根据句意，这里需要一个表示品德优秀的词语，‘高尚’最符合语境。
请选出最适合描述这种行为的词语。
这位医生在疫情期间不顾个人安危，奋战在一线，这种行为是：
医生在危险时刻的奉献精神，体现了其行为的崇高和道德的优秀，因此用‘高尚’最恰当。
请用以下词语组成一个完整的句子。
构建一个关于“高尚”的句子，包含“情操”和“值得尊敬”。
这个选项清晰地表达了高尚情操与值得尊敬之间的关系，结构完整。
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Summary
High-minded and morally excellent, surpassing ordinary standards.
- Describes admirable moral character and lofty spirit.
- Implies high ethical standards and integrity.
- Used to praise exceptional personal qualities.
Focus on Moral Excellence
Remember '高尚' emphasizes exceptional moral character and integrity, not just general excellence.
Avoid Overuse for Mundane Things
Using '高尚' for everyday, ordinary matters can sound exaggerated or insincere.
Valued Trait in Chinese Culture
High moral character and ethical conduct have always been highly valued in traditional Chinese culture.
Examples
4 of 4他具有高尚的品格，从不占别人便宜。
He possesses a noble character and never takes advantage of others.
在战乱年代，许多人展现出了高尚的人性光辉。
During times of war, many people displayed the noble brilliance of humanity.
她总是乐于助人，真是个高尚的人。
She's always willing to help others; she's truly a noble person.
该哲学思想强调追求精神层面的高尚境界，而非物质的满足。
This philosophical thought emphasizes pursuing noble spiritual realms rather than material satisfaction.
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