What does NOBLE mean?

Parts of Speech

Noble is a adjective.

Definitions

Noble refers to a person who has high moral principles and ideals or a thing that is impressive in size or quality.

Pronunciations

In US English, noble is pronounced as "noh-buhl" while in UK English it is pronounced as "noh-buhl".

Origin and Usage

The word noble originated from the Latin word "nobilis" which means "well-known, famous, renowned". It was first used in the 14th century.

The word noble is used to describe a person who has high moral principles and ideals. It is also used to describe a thing that is impressive in size or quality.

Synonyms

• Honorable
• Respectable
• Admirable
• Dignified
• Grand

Related Words

• Blini
• Brine
• Eloin
• Loner
• Liner

Example Sentences

• The noble knight refused to take part in the treacherous plot.
• The noble elephant stood tall and proud in the savannah.
• She showed noble restraint in the face of adversity.
• The noble cause of fighting for human rights inspired her to become an activist.
• The noble architecture of the cathedral left the tourists in awe.