Ignobler: meaning, definitions and examples
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ignobler
[ ɪgˈnoʊ.blɚ ]
moral quality
Ignobler refers to being dishonorable or unworthy. It describes actions or individuals that possess baser motives or inferior qualities.
Synonyms
base, debased, shameless, vile.
Examples of usage
- The ignobler parts of his character were revealed during the argument.
- She made an ignobler choice, prioritizing profit over ethics.
- His ignobler instincts drove him to betray his friends.
- The ignobler aspects of society often go unnoticed.
Etymology
The term 'ignobler' derives from the Latin word 'ignobilis', which means 'unknown, obscure, or of low birth'. It made its way into Middle English through Old French as 'ignoble' in the late 14th century, referring to a lack of nobility or honor. The comparative form 'ignobler' emerged as the language evolved, reflecting a judgment of moral or ethical character. Over time, the usage of ignobler has been increasingly associated with a critique of individual motives and societal behaviors, emphasizing themes of dishonor and unworthiness in both personal conduct and broader cultural contexts.