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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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