Nobel (en. Nobel)

/noˈbel/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
International prize awarded annually in various fields such as peace, literature, and sciences.
The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a renowned author.
El Premio Nobel de Literatura fue otorgado a un autor de renombre.
Distinction awarded to people who have made significant contributions to humanity.
Marie Curie was the first person to receive two Nobel prizes in different disciplines.
Marie Curie fue la primera persona en recibir dos premios Nobel en diferentes disciplinas.
High category of awards to honor achievements in humanity.
The Nobel Peace Prize is one of the most recognized worldwide.
El Nobel de la Paz es uno de los más reconocidos mundialmente.

Etymology

The term comes from the surname of Alfred Nobel, a Swedish inventor and industrialist who established the prizes in his will.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Nobel Peace Prize
Recognition awarded to individuals or groups who have made significant contributions to peace.
Premio Nobel de la Paz
Nobel Prize in Literature
Award granted annually to an author for their outstanding literary work.
Premio Nobel de Literatura
Nobel Prize in Chemistry
Prize awarded for significant contributions in the field of chemistry.
Premio Nobel de Química

Related Words

Alfred Nobel
Swedish inventor and industrialist, creator of the Nobel prizes.
Alfred Nobel
Prize
Recognition or award given for an outstanding achievement.
premio

Slang Meanings

The term 'Nobel' is sometimes used mockingly to refer to someone who feels superior because of their academic achievements.
Don't be a Nobel, we all know you're not the only smart one here.
No seas un Nobel, todos sabemos que no eres el único inteligente aquí.