noble
Translation
noble, aristocratic, honourable, dignified
Examples
It was a noble gesture to donate the money.
It was a noble gesture to donate the money.
She comes from a noble family.
She comes from a noble family.
Grammar Patterns
a noble ((noun)) having high moral principles It was a noble gesture.
((sb.)) is noble belonging to the aristocracy She comes from a noble family.
Similar Words
Synonyms: honourable, dignified, aristocratic; Antonyms: common, base
Etymology
From Latin 'nobilis' meaning 'well-known, famous, noble,' from '(g)noscere' meaning 'to know.'
Memory Tips
A 'noble' person is someone you should 'know' because of their high rank or excellent character.