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ENNOBLING

Pronunciation (US):

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 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Tending to exalt

Example:

ennobling thoughts

Synonyms:

ennobling; exalting

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

inspiring (stimulating or exalting to the spirit)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Investing with dignity or honor

Example:

the ennobling influence of cultural surroundings

Synonyms:

dignifying; ennobling

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

noble (having or showing or indicative of high or elevated character)

 II. (verb) 

Sense 1

-ing form of the verb ennoble

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