Aloft

B2 8+
Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of aloft

above
high up
skyward

Antonyms of aloft

below
low
grounded

Collocations of aloft

soar aloft
Frequency: 70 %

The eagle soared aloft in search of prey.

float aloft
Frequency: 60 %

The balloons floated aloft in the clear blue sky.

sail aloft
Frequency: 55 %

The ship's flag sailed aloft as it entered the harbor.

hover aloft
Frequency: 50 %

The helicopter could hover aloft for hours without moving.

drift aloft
Frequency: 45 %

The clouds seemed to drift aloft on a gentle breeze.

Idiomatic Expressions for aloft

  • Phrase: sail aloft
    Meaning: To set sail or be hoisted high up on a mast or rigging.
    Usage: The ship's colorful flags sailed aloft in the wind.