Ignoble: meaning, definitions and examples

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ignoble

 

[ ษชษกหˆnoสŠ.blฬฉ ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

moral quality

The word 'ignoble' refers to something that is not honorable in character or purpose. It implies a sense of disgrace or dishonor, often linked to actions or qualities that are considered base or lowly. When someone behaves in an ignoble manner, they may be acting selfishly or without regard for ethical standards. The term can also describe actions that are shameful or contemptible, highlighting a lack of integrity or nobility. In literature and discourse, 'ignoble' often serves to cast a negative light on the subject it describes.

Synonyms

base, contemptible, despicable, dishonorable, shameful

Examples of usage

  • His ignoble motives were revealed.
  • The ignoble act shocked the community.
  • She faced criticism for her ignoble behavior.
  • They led an ignoble life filled with deceit.

Translations

Translations of the word "ignoble" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ignรณbil

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคœเฅเคžเคพเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช niedertrรคchtig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ keji

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะตะณั–ะดะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ podล‚y

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ‘ๅŠฃใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ignoble

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ignoble

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท aลŸaฤŸฤฑlฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋น„์—ดํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญู‚ูŠุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ neฤestnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ neฤestnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‘้„™็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nedostojno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รณsmur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั€ัั‹ะท

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฃแƒฎแƒ”แƒจแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zalฤฑm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ignoble

Etymology

The term 'ignoble' originates from the Latin word 'ignobilis', which means 'unknown, obscure, or common'. This Latin root combines 'in-' (not) and 'nobilis' (noble), reflecting the word's essential meaning of lacking nobility or honor. It entered the English language in the late 15th century, retaining the connotation of being lowly or dishonorable. Over time, 'ignoble' has been used to describe not only personal character flaws but also actions and decisions deemed morally reprehensible. Its use in literature can often carry a weighty judgment, marking actions that stand in stark contrast to noble ideals.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,213, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.