nobleness

noun

no·​ble·​ness

plural -es

1

: the quality or state of being noble: such as

a

: elevation of mind, character, or station

b

obsolete : splendor, grandeur

2

obsolete

a

: noble entry 2 sense 1

b

: nobility sense 2a

Word History

Etymology

Middle English nobilnes, from nobil, noble noble + -nes -ness

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