Meaning & Definition of word "Noble"

Noble

/ˈnoʊ.bəl/

noun:

  • 1. A person of high rank by birth or title.
    • Example: The nobles of the land gathered for the royal feast.
  • 2. A person showing fine personal qualities or high moral principles.
    • Example: He was regarded as a noble among his peers due to his integrity.

adjective:

  • 1. Magnificent or splendid.
    • Example: The noble architecture of the ancient castle left everyone in awe.
  • 2. Having or showing fine personal qualities or high moral principles.
    • Example: She made a noble sacrifice for her community.
  • 3. Belonging to a hereditary class with high social or political status; aristocratic.
    • Example: He was born into a noble family with a long history of service.

Etymology

Middle English: from Old French 'noble', from Latin 'nobilis' meaning 'well-known, notable'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

noble cause:

A socially beneficial purpose or goal.

noble intentions:

Good and honorable purposes behind one's actions.

noble savage:

A concept of an uncivilized person who is seen as inherently good.

Related Words

nobility:

A social class that possesses noble titles.

nobleman:

A person of noble birth or rank.

Slang Meanings of noble

Meaning: Cool or impressive.

Example Sentence: That car is noble, man!

Meaning: Respectable or commendable.

Example Sentence: He did a noble thing by helping the homeless.