In literature, "ignoble" is often used to denote actions, qualities, or origins that fall short of moral excellence, frequently serving as a counterpoint to the noble or virtuous. Authors employ the term to expose base characters or deeds—for instance, a “base ignoble mind” that soars no higher than the common, or ignoble passions that lead to vengeful rage ([1], [2])—and to emphasize the inherent dichotomy between elevated and debased traits. The word may also underline the stain of low birth or lineage, as seen when characters are chastised for descending from ignoble origins ([3], [4]), or it critiques conduct that is deemed unworthy or contemptible, whether in personal failings or in the broader moral fabric of society ([5], [6]). This versatile literary tool thereby reinforces moral hierarchies and the enduring value of nobility across diverse genres and historical contexts.