Noblesse oblige

noun

/nəʊˌblɛs ɒˈbliːʒ/

Word Frequency: 0.3

Definitions

1.nounThe honourable obligation that is the responsibility of those of high rank; in American English this often includes the expectation of benevolent actions such as helping those less fortunate.

Synonyms

office honorable honorary legion of honour officerhood obeyance fons honorum call of duty obedience obedientiar legion of honor honorary officer

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