rarefied Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb lessen the density or solidity of
   rarefy.
   
   • The bones are rarefied
2. verb make more subtle or refined
   subtilize; rarefy; sublimate.
   
3. verb weaken the consistency of (a chemical substance)
   attenuate; rarefy.
   
4. adjective satellite having low density
   rarified; rare.
   
   • rare gasses
   • lightheaded from the rarefied mountain air
5. adjective satellite of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
   idealistic; exalted; noble-minded; elevated; rarified; grand; high-flown; high-minded; sublime; lofty.
   
   • an exalted ideal
   • argue in terms of high-flown ideals"- Oliver Franks
   • a noble and lofty concept
   • a grand purpose

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