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nobre

[ˈnɔ.brə]
adjective/nounmasculine/femininepl: nobres
noble
1. Of high social rank; belonging to nobility or aristocracy
The noble family ruled the kingdom for centuries.
A família nobre governou o reino por séculos.
2. Having or showing fine personal qualities or high moral principles
He made a noble sacrifice for his country.
Ele fez um sacrifício nobre pela sua pátria.
3. Grand or impressive in appearance; stately
The noble architecture of the cathedral impressed all visitors.
A arquitetura nobre da catedral impressionou todos os visitantes.
4. A person of noble rank; a nobleman or noblewoman
The noble attended the royal ball.
O nobre compareceu ao baile real.
Synonyms
aristocratailustreelevadohonrosomagnífico
Antonyms
vulgarcomumplebeubaixodesonroso

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
nobre
Standard usage for both adjective and noun forms
Portugal
nobre
Standard usage; commonly used in historical contexts referring to Portuguese nobility

Related Idioms & Phrases

nobre causa - noble cause
de nobre coração - noble-hearted
nobre sentimento - noble sentiment
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