Nobby

Pronunciation: /ˈnɑbi/

Definitions of nobby

adjective stylish or elegant in a showy or flashy way

Example Sentences

A1 The nobby car drove down the street.

A2 She wore a nobby sweater to stay warm in the winter.

B1 The nobby furniture in the room gave it a sophisticated look.

B2 The restaurant was known for its nobby decor and upscale atmosphere.

C1 The nobby gentleman was always impeccably dressed and well-spoken.

C2 Her nobby taste in art and literature set her apart from others in her social circle.

Examples of nobby in a Sentence

formal The nobby gentleman arrived at the event in a tailored suit.

informal I saw a nobby guy at the party last night.

slang That nobby dude is always dressed to impress.

figurative Her writing style is quite nobby, with intricate details and elegant prose.

Grammatical Forms of nobby

• past tense: nobbed
• plural: nobbies
• comparative: nobbier
• superlative: nobbiest
• present tense: nobbies
• future tense: will nobby
• perfect tense: have nobbied
• continuous tense: is nobbying
• singular: nobby
• positive degree: nobby
• infinitive: to nobby
• gerund: nobbying
• participle: nobbied

Origin and Evolution of nobby

First Known Use: 1850 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'nobby' is believed to have originated in England.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe someone stylish or fashionable, the meaning of 'nobby' has evolved to also imply someone who is pretentious or showy.