Nobility (noun)

1. The quality of being superior or of being of high rank and good family.
2. The class of people who have noble titles and hereditary rank.

Origin:

From the old french word 'noblesse' which means 'nobility'.

Examples:

1. The nobility was an important social class in medieval Europe.
2. The members of the nobility were expected to set an example of behavior for the rest of society.
3. The queen was the highest-ranking member of the nobility.
4. The noble titles were passed down from generation to generation.
5. The members of the nobility were often rich and held great political power.