Nobility
/ˈnɒbɪləti/
Definitions
- (n.) The social class normally ranked immediately below royalty, often possessing hereditary titles and privileges.
The nobility held vast estates and significant political power in medieval Europe.
- (n.) The quality of being noble in character, excellence, or dignity.
Her nobility shone through in her honest and selfless actions.
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In legal contexts, 'nobility' often refers specifically to hereditary privileged classes with certain legal rights.
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