nabob (Meaning)
nabob (n)
a governor in India during the Mogul empire
a wealthy man (especially one who made his fortune in the Orient)
nabob (n.)
A deputy or viceroy in India; a governor of a province of the ancient Mogul empire.
One who returns to Europe from the East with immense riches: hence, any man of great wealth.
Synonyms & Antonyms of nabob
nabob Sentence Examples
- The wealthy nabob lived in an opulent mansion adorned with exotic treasures.
- His connections and influence as a nabob extended far beyond the confines of his lavish estate.
- The ruthless nabob plundered the region, amassing vast fortunes and oppression.
- The corrupt nabob engaged in nepotism, appointing unqualified relatives to key positions.
- The rebel forces rose against the tyranny of the nabob, seeking justice and liberation.
- The nabob's exorbitant lifestyle and disregard for the welfare of his subjects ignited public outrage.
- The young journalist exposed the nabob's illicit dealings, triggering a scandal that ended his reign.
- The deposed nabob retreated to a life of obscurity, his once-vast wealth reduced to a mere pittance.
- Historians regard the nabob as a cautionary tale of unbridled ambition and the dangers of unchecked power.
- The term "nabob" is often used to describe a wealthy and influential person with a lavish lifestyle.
FAQs About the word nabob
a governor in India during the Mogul empire, a wealthy man (especially one who made his fortune in the Orient)A deputy or viceroy in India; a governor of a prov
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The wealthy nabob lived in an opulent mansion adorned with exotic treasures.
His connections and influence as a nabob extended far beyond the confines of his lavish estate.
The ruthless nabob plundered the region, amassing vast fortunes and oppression.
The corrupt nabob engaged in nepotism, appointing unqualified relatives to key positions.
