
Nobility
Historical Usage
The term is often used in historical contexts related to medieval Europe or monarchies.

She studied the influence of the nobility during the Renaissance.
Inherited Status
Nobility often implies a status handed down by family lineage, not earned by merit.

He was born into nobility, possessing a title as a count.
Cultural Tradition
Nobility can vary greatly in different cultures, with unique titles and roles.

The Japanese nobility, such as the samurai, had different codes of conduct.
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AristocracyEliteGentryPatricianPeerageRoyaltyUpper class
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