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Ennoble: meaning, definitions and examples

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ennoble

 

[ ɪˈnəʊbl ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

in a positive light

To ennoble means to elevate in rank, dignity, or esteem. It is the act of giving someone a higher social status or moral character.

Synonyms

dignify, elevate, uplift

Examples of usage

  • The king decided to ennoble the commoner for his bravery in battle.
  • Her charitable work has helped ennoble her reputation in the community.
Context #2 | Verb

through recognition or honor

To ennoble can also mean to confer a title of nobility or honor upon someone, thus recognizing their achievements or contributions.

Synonyms

acknowledge, dignify, honor

Examples of usage

  • The queen decided to ennoble the scientist for his groundbreaking research.
  • Being ennobled with a knighthood was a great honor for him.

Translations

Translations of the word "ennoble" in other languages:

🇵🇹 nobilitar

🇮🇳 श्रेष्ठ बनाना

🇩🇪 adeln

🇮🇩 memuliakan

🇺🇦 облагородити

🇵🇱 uszlachetniać

🇯🇵 高貴にする

🇫🇷 anoblir

🇪🇸 ennoblecer

🇹🇷 soylulaştırmak

🇰🇷 고귀하게 하다

🇸🇦 يُشَرِّف

🇨🇿 zušlechtit

🇸🇰 zušľachtiť

🇨🇳 使高贵

🇸🇮 oplemenititi

🇮🇸 göfga

🇰🇿 асқақтату

🇬🇪 გაამაყება

🇦🇿 yüksəltmək

🇲🇽 ennoblecer

Etymology

The word 'ennoble' has its origins in Middle English and Old French, coming from the Latin word 'nobilis' meaning 'noble'. Over the centuries, the term evolved to represent the act of elevating someone to a higher status or recognizing their achievements. The concept of ennoblement has been prevalent in various societies as a way to honor individuals for their contributions or virtues.

See also: nobility, noble, nobleman, nobleness, nobles, noblewoman, nobly.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,842 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.