nobility
[nəʊˈbɪlɪti]
[noʊˈbɪlɪti]
A noble is someone who belongs to a family that has a special title or rank, usually because they are related to a king or queen. Think of royalty, like Prince William.
The word "nobility" refers to these families and their way of life. When people talk about nobility, they're often talking about how rich, influential, and powerful some families have been for centuries. You might hear someone say, "That old castle belonged to a noble family." In this sense, the word implies a kind of grandeur or aristocracy. It's not just about being famous or wealthy, though – it's also about a certain level of respectability and tradition.
How common is "nobility"?
Word nobility is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions
noun
A noble or privileged social class, historically accompanied by a hereditary title; aristocracy.
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Real examples of "nobility" in context
