noble

adjective

Possessing hereditary rank in a political system or social class derived from a feudalistic stage of a country’s development.

adjective

Having or showing qualities of high moral character, such as courage, generosity, or honor.

adjective

Proceeding from or indicative of such a character; showing magnanimity.

adjective

Grand and stately in appearance; majestic.

adjective

Inactive or inert.

noun

A member of the nobility.

noun

A gold coin formerly used in England, worth half of a mark.

To ennoble.

Possessing or characterized by hereditary social or political preëminence, or belonging to the class which possesses such preëminence or dignity; distinguished by birth, rank, or title; of ancient and honorable lineage; illustrious: as, a noble personage; noble birth.