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Definition of noble
nobler
play \ˈnō-b(ə-)lər\;noblest
play \ˈnō-b(ə-)ləst\1a : possessing outstanding qualities : illustrious was a noble kingb : famous, notable noble deeds
2 : of high birth or exalted rank : aristocratic … my sire is of a noble line … — Samuel Taylor Coleridge noble families
3a : possessing very high or excellent qualities or properties noble wineb : very good or excellent See that there be a noble supper provided … — R. B. Sheridan
4 : grand or impressive especially in appearance noble edifice a noble cathedral
5 : possessing, characterized by, or arising from superiority of mind or character or of ideals or morals : lofty a noble ambition a noble cause
6 : chemically inert or inactive especially toward oxygen a noble metal such as platinum — compare base 6a
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Examples of noble in a Sentence
He was a man of noble character.
It was noble of her to come forward with this information.
Recent Examples of noble from the Web
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The partners already have city approval for plans to build eight apartments over a Noble gas station and convenience store.
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Founded in 1869 by a Roman noble family to treat poor children, Bambino Gesu was donated to the Vatican in 1924 and has grown to become the main pediatric hospital serving southern Italy.
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Our respect and gratitude go to your noble soul, Abu Ammar, on this day of Palestinian democracy.
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The Purple Pig wastes none of the noble animal for which the restaurant is named.
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A re-creation of a main square from the 1500s and 1600s includes the mayor’s house and the residence of a Danish noble.
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The mosque was named after Nuruddin al-Zanki, a noble who fought the early Crusaders from a fiefdom that covered territory in modern-day Turkey, Syria and Iraq.
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With the help of a noble if nitwitted giant, a few inept but big-hearted student magicians, even a concerned if somewhat distant centaur, Harry takes on powers bigger and stronger than him, growing older and wiser in the process.
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In Monday night’s finale, viewers saw Kim suffer the consequences of hustling to support both her and Jimmy’s dreams—a seemingly noble pursuit that ended in a wreck that could have cost people their lives.
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Origin and Etymology of noble
Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin nobilis well-known, noble, from noscere to come to know — more at know
Synonym Discussion of noble
noble
Definition of noble
1 : a person of noble rank or birth
2 : an old English gold coin equivalent to 6s 8d
Examples of noble in a Sentence
an elite school for children of nobles
Recent Examples of noble from the Web
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A local captain brought the first moongate plans to the British territory in 1860 after being inspired by a trip to China, where moongates flanked the courtyards of wealthy Chinese nobles, according to Bermuda Tourism.
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The French nobles are effete and opportunistic, and serve an unworthy monarch: at Timbers’s request, the Dauphin’s cape has been altered to include a hoodie with dangling white drawstrings.
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Galgos are an ancient breed of hunting dog once raised exclusively by Spanish nobles.
These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'noble'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
First Known Use of noble
14th century
Other Government and Politics Terms
NOBLE Defined for English Language Learners
noble
playDefinition of noble for English Language Learners
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: having, showing, or coming from personal qualities that people admire (such as honesty, generosity, courage, etc.)
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: of, relating to, or belonging to the highest social class : of, relating to, or belonging to the nobility
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: impressive in size or appearance
noble
Definition of noble for English Language Learners
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: a person who is a member of the nobility
NOBLE Defined for Kids
Definition of noble for Students
nobler
;noblest
1 : having or showing very fine or admirable qualities a noble deed He was a noble person of courage and honesty.
2 : of very high birth or rank a noble lady
3 : grand in appearance a noble cathedral
nobleness
nounnobly
\-blē\ adverbLearn More about noble
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