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View usage for: (noʊbəl) Word forms: plural nobles, comparative nobler, superlative noblest1. adjectiveIf you say that someone is a noble person, you admire and respect them because they are unselfish and morally good. [approval] He was an upright and noble man who was always willing to help in any way he could. I wanted so much to believe he was pure and noble. Synonyms: worthy, generous, upright, honourable More Synonyms of noble nobly adverb [ADVERB with verb] Eric's sister had nobly volunteered to help with the gardening. They have supported us nobly in this war. 2. adjectiveIf you say that something is a noble idea, goal, or action, you admire it because it is based on high moral principles. [approval] He had implicit faith in the noble intentions of the Emperor. We'll always justify our actions with noble sounding theories. Their cause was noble. 3. adjectiveIf you describe something as noble, you think that its appearance or quality is very impressive, making it superior to other things of its type. ...the great parks with their noble trees. The horse is the noblest animal. 4. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]Noble means belonging to a high social class and having a title. ...rich and noble families. Although he was of noble birth, he lived as a poor man. Synonyms: aristocratic, lordly, titled, gentle [archaic] More Synonyms of noble 5. countable noun [usually plural]In former times, people who belonged to a high social class and had titles such as'Baron' or 'Duke' were referred to as nobles. More and more nobles made Moscow their home during Catherine's reign. Synonyms: or lady">lord or lady, peer, aristocrat, nobleman or woman More Synonyms of noble More Synonyms of noble (ˈnəʊbəl) adjective1. of or relating to a hereditary class with special social or political status, often derived from a feudal period 2. of or characterized by high moral qualities; magnanimous a noble deed 3. having dignity or eminence; illustrious 4. grand or imposing; magnificent a noble avenue of trees 5. of superior quality or kind; excellent a noble strain of horses 6. chemistrya. (of certain elements) chemically unreactive b. (of certain metals, esp copper, silver, and gold) resisting oxidation 7. falconrya. designating long-winged falcons that capture their quarry by stooping on it from above Compare ignoble b. designating the type of quarry appropriate to a particular species of falcon noun8. a person belonging to a privileged social or political class whose status is usually indicated by a title conferred by sovereign authority or descent 9. (in the British Isles) a person holding the title of duke, marquess, earl, viscount, or baron, or a feminine equivalent 10. a former Brit gold coin having the value of one third of a pound Derived forms nobleness (ˈnobleness) noun Word origin C13: via Old French from Latin nōbilis, originally, capable of being known, hence well-known, noble, from noscere to know noble in American English (ˈnoʊbəl) adjectiveWord forms: ˈnobler or ˈnoblest1. having eminence, renown, fame, etc.; illustrious 2. having or showing high moral qualities or ideals, or greatness of character; lofty 3. having excellent qualities; superior 4. grand; stately; splendid; magnificent a noble view 5. of high hereditary rank or title; aristocratic 6. chemically nonreactive, esp. with acids and air; precious; pure said of metals, esp. gold, platinum, etc.; also said of any of the six inert, ornearly inert, rare gases in group VIIIA of the periodic table noun7. a person having hereditary rank or title; nobleman; peer 8. a former gold coin of England Derived forms nobleness (ˈnobleness) noun Word origin OFr < L nobilis, lit., well-known < base of (g)noscere, to know Examples of 'noble' in a sentencenoble British English: noble ADJECTIVE If you say that someone is a noble person, you admire and respect them because they are unselfish and morally good. He was an upright and noble man who was always willing to help in any way he could. - American English: noble
- Brazilian Portuguese: nobre
- Chinese: 高尚的
- European Spanish: noble
- French: noble
- German: edel
- Italian: nobile
- Japanese: 高潔な
- Korean: 고결한
- European Portuguese: nobre
- Latin American Spanish: noble
Chinese translation of 'noble' adj - (= admirable) [person, character]
高尚的 (gāoshàng de) - (= aristocratic) [family, birth]
贵(貴)族的 (guìzú de)
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贵(貴)族 (guìzú) (名, míng)
Definition having or showing high moral qualities He was an upright and noble man. Synonyms Opposites selfish , dishonest , despicable , contemptible Definition impressive and magnificent She was described by contemporaries as possessing a noble bearing and excellent manners. Synonyms Opposites mean , modest , humble , insignificant , lowly , ignoble Definition belonging to a class of people who hold titles and high social rank Although he was of noble birth he lived as a poor man. Synonyms gentle (archaic) blue-blooded excellent splendid Opposites base , peasant , humble , vulgar , lowly , ignoble , plebeian , lowborn Definition a person who holds a title and high social rank In those days, many of the nobles and landowners were a law unto themselves. Synonyms nobleman or woman aristo (informal) childe (archaic) Opposites Additional synonymsThe car had once belonged to a Prussian aristocrat. Synonyms noble, lord, lady, peer, patrician, grandee, nobleman, noblewoman, aristo (informal), childe (archaic), peeress Definition dignified and imposing the august surroundings of the Liberal Club Synonyms noble, great, kingly, grand, excellent, imposing, impressive, superb, distinguished, magnificent, glorious, splendid, elevated, eminent, majestic, dignified, regal, stately, high-ranking, monumental, solemn, lofty, exaltedDefinition (of ideas or pursuits) on a high intellectual or moral level the magazine's elevated tone Synonyms high-minded, high, fine, grand, noble, inflated, dignified, sublime, lofty, high-flown, pompous, exalted, bombasticAdditional synonymsDefinition well-known and well-respected an eminent public figure Synonyms prominent, high, great, important, noted, respected, grand, famous, celebrated, outstanding, distinguished, well-known, superior, esteemed, notable, renowned, prestigious, elevated, paramount, big-time (informal), foremost, high-ranking, conspicuous, illustrious, major league (informal), exalted, noteworthy, pre-eminentDefinition free from pettiness in character and mind He was not generous enough to congratulate his successor. Synonyms magnanimous, kind, noble, benevolent, good, big, high-minded, unselfish, big-hearted, ungrudging Definition dignified or haughty She's too busy with her grand new friends to bother with us now. Synonyms superior, great, lordly, noble, elevated, eminent, majestic, dignified, stately, lofty, august, illustrious, pompous, pretentious, haughtyThe book is about a group of highborn aristocrats. Synonyms noble, aristocratic, patrician, gentle (archaic), pedigreed, thoroughbred, blue-blooded, well-born an honourable profession Synonyms prestigious, great, noble, noted, distinguished, notable, renowned, eminent, illustrious, venerableDefinition grand or impressive An imposing figure loomed over me. Synonyms impressive, striking, grand, august, powerful, effective, commanding, awesome, majestic, dignified, stately, forcibleDefinition capable of impressing, esp. by size, magnificence, or importance The film's special effects are particularly impressive. Synonyms grand, striking, splendid, good, great (informal), fine, affecting, powerful, exciting, wonderful, excellent, dramatic, outstanding, stirring, superb, first-class, marvellous (informal), terrific (informal), awesome, world-class, admirable, first-rate, crash-hot (Australian), forcible, gee-whizz (slang) Definition of or suitable to a lord the site of a lordly mansion Synonyms noble, grand, princely, imperial, majestic, dignified, regal, stately, aristocratic, lofty, gracious, exaltedDefinition generous and forgiving, esp. towards a defeated enemy He was a man capable of magnanimous gestures. Synonyms generous, kind, noble, selfless, big, free, kindly, handsome, charitable, high-minded, bountiful, unselfish, open-handed, big-hearted, unstinting, beneficent, great-hearted, munificent, ungrudging Definition splendid or impressive in appearance a magnificent country house in wooded grounds Synonyms splendid, striking, grand, impressive, august, rich, princely, imposing, elegant, divine (informal), glorious, noble, gorgeous, lavish, elevated, luxurious, majestic, regal, stately, sublime, sumptuous, grandiose, exalted, opulent, transcendent, resplendent, splendiferous (facetious) Additional synonymsDefinition aristocratic a member of a patrician German family Synonyms aristocratic, noble, lordly, gentle (archaic), high-class, blue-blooded, highborn (old-fashioned) Definition a person who holds any of the five grades of the British nobility: duke, marquess, earl, viscount, and baron The author is a life peer and the former MP. Synonyms noble, lord, count, duke, earl, baron, aristocrat, viscount, marquess, marquis, nobleman or woman, aristo (informal) Definition beautiful or impressive a splendid Victorian mansion Synonyms magnificent, grand, imposing, impressive, rich, superb, costly, gorgeous, dazzling, lavish, luxurious, sumptuous, ornate, resplendent, splendiferous (facetious) Definition having a dignified, impressive, and graceful appearance or manner Instead of moving at his usual stately pace, he was almost running. Synonyms grand, majestic, dignified, royal, august, imposing, impressive, elegant, imperial, noble, regal, solemn, lofty, pompous, ceremoniousDefinition having a title such as `Lady' or `Sir' which indicates a high social rank Her mother was a titled lady. Synonyms upper-class, noble, patrician, blue-blooded, well-born, highborn (old-fashioned) Definition honest or just a very upright, trustworthy man Synonyms honest, good, principled, just, true, faithful, ethical, straightforward, honourable, righteous, conscientious, virtuous, trustworthy, high-minded, above board, incorruptible, unimpeachableDefinition morally good The president is portrayed as a virtuous family man. Synonyms good, moral, ethical, upright, honourable, excellent, pure, worthy, honest, righteous, exemplary, squeaky-clean, blameless, praiseworthy, incorruptible, high-principled |