Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

comte

Noun

/kɒmˈteɪ/

Definition

A title of nobility in certain countries, equivalent to a count in English.

Examples

He was appointed as a comte by the French king during the medieval era.
In historical novels, the character of the comte often represents wealth and power.
The title of comte has been used in various royal families across Europe.

Meaning

In the context of nobility, ‘comte’ refers to a rank that is typically granted to a member of the aristocracy in France and other French-speaking regions.