c. 1300, "valorous, courageous, spirited," from noble (adj.) + -ly (2). Meaning "of or befitting noble birth or descent, of high ancestry" is from 1590s.
权威例句
1. Eric's sister had nobly volunteered to help with the gardening.
埃里克的姐姐真好,自告奋勇帮助收拾花园。
2. They have supported us nobly in this war.
在这场战争中,他们无私地支持了我们。
3. She conducted herself nobly.
她行为高尚.
4. Strong, generous, and confident, she has nobly served mankind.