nobility

//noʊˈbɪl.ɪ.ti//
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Noun

nobilitySingular
1

The quality of being noble in character, mind, or rank; moral greatness or excellence.

She showed great nobility in forgiving those who had wronged her.

2

The aristocratic class or social group holding hereditary titles and privileges.

The nobility lived in grand castles and held great power in medieval Europe.