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Causing to elevate in degree, excellence, or respect. That which causes a raising in rank.

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Usage examples (35)
  • On my honor - what an ennobling phrase! Three short words, nine letters, but the summation of all we call character.
  • Verb (used with object), : a personality ennobled by true generosity
  • Schally, may I express to you our gratitude for the honor you are doing all of us in ennobling this ceremony by your royal presence.
  • This, then, is what is known as the ennobling and civilizing influence of war through the ages!
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