Cool MateMeaning of Noble
having or showing fine personal qualities that people admire, such as courage, honesty and care for others
In simple words: Having high moral qualities, being honorable.
Noble in a sentence
- a noble leader
- noble ideals
- He died for a noble cause.
- She died in a noble cause.
- It was very noble of you to go so far to take him home.
- He was a young man of noble birth.
- one of the noblest families in Portugal
- Intermarriage between the noble families means that all the counts are related.
- a noble building
How to use Noble
Often used to describe someone who acts with honor or integrity. More common in formal contexts or literature. Avoid using it sarcastically, as it changes the meaning.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of a 'noble knight' in shining armor, always doing the right thing.
Related words
Collocations with Noble
- noble cause
- noble character
- noble gesture
- noble intention
Synonyms for Noble
- aristocratic
Opposites of Noble
- dishonorable
- base
- ignoble
Common mistakes with Noble
- Confused with 'nobility' — remember 'noble' is the adjective.
- Using 'noble' to describe common actions — it fits best with grand gestures.
Noble appears in
Noble in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
نبيل, شريف, أصيل
يتمتع بصفات أخلاقية عالية، ويكون شريفًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
মহৎ, সম্ভ্রান্ত
উচ্চ নৈতিক গুণাবলী সম্পন্ন, সম্মানীয়।
- GermanDeutsch
edel, vornehm
Hohe moralische Qualitäten haben, ehrenhaft sein.
- SpanishEspañol
Noble
Tener altas cualidades morales, ser honorable.
- Persianفارسی
نجیب، شریف، والا
داشتن صفات اخلاقی والا، با شرافت بودن.
- FrenchFrançais
Noble
Avoir des qualités morales élevées, être honorable.
- Hindiहिन्दी
महान
उच्च नैतिक गुण होना, सम्मानित होना।
- ItalianItaliano
Nobile
Avere alte qualità morali, essere onorevole.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Nobre
Ter qualidades morais elevadas, ser honrado.
- RussianРусский
Благородный
Обладающий высокими моральными качествами, честный.
- Urduاردو
نوبل، شریف، عالی
اعلیٰ اخلاقی اقدار کا مالک ہونا، باعزت ہونا۔
- Chinese中文
高贵的, 贵族的
有高尚的道德品质，值得尊敬的。
More words like Noble
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Noble
What does Noble mean?
Having high moral qualities, being honorable.
What is the definition of Noble?
having or showing fine personal qualities that people admire, such as courage, honesty and care for others
How do you use Noble in a sentence?
a noble leader
Can you give another example of Noble?
noble ideals
What are synonyms for Noble?
Common alternatives include aristocratic.
What is the opposite of Noble?
Opposite meanings include dishonorable, base, ignoble.
What words go with Noble?
It commonly pairs with noble cause, noble character, noble gesture, noble intention.
What are common mistakes when using Noble?
Confused with 'nobility' — remember 'noble' is the adjective. Using 'noble' to describe common actions — it fits best with grand gestures.
How do you pronounce Noble?
US: /["/ˈnəʊbl/","/ˈnəʊblər/","/ˈnəʊblɪst/"]/, UK: /["/ˈnəʊbl/","/ˈnəʊblə(r)/","/ˈnəʊblɪst/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Noble formal or informal?
"Noble" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Noble?
Often used to describe someone who acts with honor or integrity. More common in formal contexts or literature. Avoid using it sarcastically, as it changes the meaning.
What CEFR level is Noble?
"Noble" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.