Innoble (en. Base)

/inˈnoβle/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
Refers to someone or something that lacks nobility or elevated qualities.
His ignoble behavior cost him the friendship of his peers.
Su comportamiento innoble le costó la amistad de sus compañeros.
Indicates low morals or lack of honor.
Acting in an ignoble manner dishonors the family legacy.
Actuar de manera innoble es deshonrar el legado familiar.
That is unworthy or despicable.
The ignoble plan of the traitor was discovered in time.
El plan innoble del traidor fue descubierto a tiempo.

Etymology

From Latin "innobilis," meaning 'without nobility.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to act in an ignoble manner
To behave without honor or dignity.
actuar de manera innoble
an ignoble act
A despicable or undesirable action.
un acto innoble
ignoble thought
An idea that lacks ethical values.
pensamiento innoble

Related Words

noble
That has qualities of dignity and honor.
noble
honor
Respect given to a person for their actions.
honor
despicable
That deserves to be despised for its nature.
despreciable

Slang Meanings

Someone who behaves in a vile or malevolent way.
I don't want to do business with him; he is an ignoble person.
No quiero hacer negocios con él, es un innoble.
Reference to unacceptable actions in the community.
His ignoble attitudes ultimately cost him his reputation.
Su actitudes innobles le acabaron costando la reputación.