He was not of noble background, but a peasant who was known for his wisdom and righteousness.

Without a veil, her face had character, and the fine features of a noble background.

They were both from a noble background, near Laon.

Due to the noble background of members of the religious community, the monastery would also have been a place for eating, drinking and entertainment.

Having been recommended by officials, most of the scholars were commoners with no noble background.

He came of a well-off noble background, so he managed to get various official posts on the island.

Both systems favored the wealthy, those of noble background, and the well-connected.

This university has many graduates from families of noble or business backgrounds.

Because his father was a chieftain, Temüjin was of a noble background.

Kulnev's father was a Baltic officer of lesser noble background.