nobility — the quality of being noble in character, mind, birth, or rank
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the quality of being noble in character, mind, birth, or rank
Pronunciation (IPA): /noʊˈbɪləti/
Korean meaning: 고귀함, 숭고함; 귀족 계층
Korean pronunciation: 노**빌**러티
Example Sentences
- The CEO's decision to donate his entire salary showed true nobility of character.
- Despite being born into the nobility, she preferred to work at a homeless shelter rather than attend fancy parties.
- His nobility was questionable when he cut in line at the ice cream truck.
nobility
NOUN//noʊˈbɪləti//
the quality of being noble in character, mind, birth, or rank
A gentleman shows true nobility by helping a young server
True nobility grows when ability meets stability!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어 'nobilis(유명한, 고귀한)'에서 유래되었으며, 원래 '알려진, 인식된'이라는 의미였습니다. 시간이 지나면서 '출생이 고귀한' 의미로 발전했고, 현재는 '품격이 높은' 의미까지 포함하게 되었습니다.
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📝Examples
“The CEO's decision to donate his entire salary showed true nobility of character.”
“Despite being born into the nobility, she preferred to work at a homeless shelter rather than attend fancy parties.”
“His nobility was questionable when he cut in line at the ice cream truck.”
“The dog showed more nobility than its owner by sharing its treats with other dogs.”
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