Lofty, elevated, or sublime; of superior rank or importance (archaic or poetic form).
From Latin 'excelsus' (elevated, lofty), past participle of 'excellere' (to surpass). This poetic/archaic term appears in English religious and literary contexts, famously in 'Excelsior.'
You know the word 'Excelsior' (the state motto of New York)? That comes from 'excelse'—it means 'ever upward' or 'lofty,' capturing the idea of always reaching higher. Pure Latin poetry condensed into one word.
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