nobility

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Estimated CEFR level: B2 — Upper-Intermediate

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a privileged class holding hereditary titles
  2. noun the quality of elevation of mind and exaltation of character or ideals or conduct
  3. noun the state of being of noble birth

Etymology

From Old French nobilité, from Latin nobilitas. Equivalent to noble + -ity.

In classic literature

Synonyms

aristocracy

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