Noble Titles

noun a nobleman of the highest hereditary rank; a member of the highest rank of the British peerage

• The duke held a formal reception at his palace for visiting dignitaries.
• I heard the duke is throwing a lavish party next weekend.
• That dude thinks he's the duke of the neighborhood or something.
• She handled the difficult situation with the grace and composure of a true duchess, or should I say duke.

noun the qualities or characteristics associated with being a knight

• The young squire aspired to achieve knighthood through years of training and service.
• Hey, did you hear about Jake? He's been talking about going for knighthood at the next jousting tournament.
• I heard Sarah got her knighthood last week after acing all her exams.
• In the world of business, earning a knighthood is akin to reaching the top of the corporate ladder.

noun the position or authority of a lord

• His Lordship requests your presence at the royal banquet.
• I heard His Lordship is throwing a big party this weekend.
• Yo, did you see His Lordship's new ride? It's sick!
• In the world of finance, his lordship over the market is unmatched.

noun a nobleman ranking above a count and below a duke

• The marquis was known for his impeccable manners and elegant attire.
• I heard the marquis is throwing a lavish party at his estate this weekend.
• That marquis dude is always dressed to the nines, like he just stepped out of a fashion magazine.
• She had the air of a marquis, commanding respect and admiration wherever she went.

noun a term of address for a nobleman or a person of high rank

• Milord, may I inquire about your plans for the evening?
• Hey milord, what's the game plan for tonight?
• Yo milord, what's the move for later?
• Milord, your wisdom shines like a beacon in the darkness.

noun A female ruler of a grand duchy, a territory or country ruled by a grand duke or grand duchess.

• The grand duchess attended the royal ball with grace and elegance.
• Did you see the grand duchess's stunning gown at the event last night?
• That grand duchess is always dressed to the nines!
• She ruled the social scene like a grand duchess, commanding attention wherever she went.