marquess Meaning & Definition
What Does Marquess Mean?
Marquess is a noun that means A title of nobility for a man ranking beneath a duke and above an earl (count). It is also used to mean Synonym of marchioness, a female marquess.
Marquess at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈmɑː.kwɪs/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Synonyms | marquis |
| Plural | marquesses |
Marquess Definition (Noun)
- A title of nobility for a man ranking beneath a duke and above an earl (count).
- Synonym of marchioness, a female marquess.
Anne Boleyn was created Marquess of Pembroke in 1532
Synonyms of Marquess
Marquess synonyms and antonyms →Marquess in a Sentence
Anne Boleyn was created Marquess of Pembroke in 1532
Word Forms & Grammar
marquess (plural marquesses)
Origin of Marquess
Origin 1: See marquis for etymology. Note also that marquess is very unusual in the English language in that it ends in -ess but is a masculine term. The title is granted only to males (the female equivalent is marchioness).
Origin 2: This etymology is incomplete. You can help Wiktionary by elaborating on the origins of this term. Particularly: “Is marquis a doublet?”
How to Pronounce Marquess
You say marquess as /ˈmɑː.kwɪs/. It has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (mɑː).
Marquess: Your Questions Answered
What part of speech is marquess?
Marquess is a noun.
What is another word for marquess?
You can replace marquess with words such as marquis. See the full list of marquess synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of marquess?
The plural of marquess is marquesses.