Marquis

Pronunciation: /mɑrˈki/

Definitions of marquis

noun a nobleman ranking above a count and below a duke

Example Sentences

A1 The marquis lived in a grand castle.

A2 The marquis attended the royal ball.

B1 The marquis was known for his extravagant parties.

B2 The marquis inherited a vast fortune from his family.

C1 The marquis was a prominent figure in the political scene.

C2 The marquis was renowned for his philanthropic efforts in the community.

Examples of marquis in a Sentence

formal The marquis was known for his impeccable manners and elegant attire.

informal I heard the marquis is throwing a lavish party at his estate this weekend.

slang That marquis dude is always dressed to the nines, like he just stepped out of a fashion magazine.

figurative She had the air of a marquis, commanding respect and admiration wherever she went.

Grammatical Forms of marquis

• past tense: marquised
• plural: marquises
• comparative: more marquis
• superlative: most marquis
• present tense: marquises
• future tense: will marquis
• perfect tense: have marquised
• continuous tense: is marquising
• singular: marquis
• positive degree: marquis
• infinitive: to marquis
• gerund: marquising
• participle: marquised

Origin and Evolution of marquis

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'marquis' comes from the Old French word 'marchis' which means a ruler of a border region or march.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the title of marquis evolved to represent a noble rank below a duke and above an earl or count in the peerage system.