# nobly

**Pronunciation:** /ˈnoʊbli/ · NOH-blee

**CEFR level:** C1

**Part of speech:** adverb

## Meaning

In a manner characterized by high moral principles, courage, or self-sacrifice.

## Examples

- She nobly volunteered to take the extra shift so her colleague could attend a family emergency.
- The soldiers fought nobly to defend their home against the invading forces.
- He nobly admitted his mistake to the board, even though it meant risking his own career.

## Synonyms

- well — General term for doing something in a good or satisfactory way.
- bravely — Focuses specifically on the courage shown during a difficult event.
- honorably — Emphasizes acting in a way that deserves respect and integrity.
- magnanimously — Describes acting with great generosity, especially toward a rival.

## Antonyms

- ignobly — Acting in a shameful, dishonorable, or base manner.
- basely — Acting with a lack of moral principles or dignity.

## Collocations

- act nobly — It is important to act nobly even when no one is watching.
- fight nobly — The team fought nobly until the very last minute of the game.
- behave nobly — He continued to behave nobly despite the unfair treatment he received.

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