Definitions for: Ennoble


[v] give a title to someone; make someone a member of the nobility
[v] confer dignity or honor upon; "He was dignified with a title"



Webster (1913) Definition: En*no"ble, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Ennobled; p. pr. &
vb. n. Ennobling.] [Pref. en- + noble: cf. F. ennoblir.]
1. To make noble; to elevate in degree, qualities, or
excellence; to dignify. ``Ennobling all that he touches.''
--Trench.

What can ennoble sots, or slaves, or cowards? Alas!
not all the blood of all the Howards. --Pope.

2. To raise to the rank of nobility; as, to ennoble a
commoner.

Syn: To raise; dignify; exalt; elevate; aggrandize.

Synonyms: dignify, entitle, gentle

See Also: advance, baronetise, baronetize, elevate, honor, honour, kick upstairs, knight, lord, promote, raise, reward, upgrade

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