noble
/ˈnəʊbəl/ · /ˈnoʊbəl/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #4519 in the learning path
高尚的；崇高的
Definitions
adj. showing strong moral qualities and concern for others
高尚的；崇高的
adj. belonging to a family with high inherited social rank
贵族的
n. a person belonging to a high-ranking hereditary social class
贵族成员
Example
Helping strangers without expecting rewards is a noble act.
帮助陌生人而不求回报是一种高尚的行为。
Although reducing poverty is a noble goal, effective policies require sustained funding and careful evaluation.
虽然减贫是崇高的目标，但有效的政策需要持续的资金支持和审慎的评估。
Collocations
- noble cause
- noble gesture
- noble family
Word family
- nobility (n.)
- nobly (adv.)
Synonyms
- honourable
Antonyms
- ignoble
Usage tip
表示“高尚的”时强调品德，而非社会地位。
FAQ
- What does noble mean?
- showing strong moral qualities and concern for others belonging to a family with high inherited social rank a person belonging to a high-ranking hereditary social class
- How is noble pronounced?
- UK /ˈnəʊbəl/, US /ˈnoʊbəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
