aristocracy

noun
UK: /ˌærɪˈstɒkrəsi/
US: /ˌærɪˈstɑːkrəsi/

  1. A form of government in which power is held by the nobility.

    1. The aristocracy ruled the country for centuries. [ ] [ ]
    2. The French aristocracy lost power during the French Revolution. [ ] [ ]

  2. The highest class in certain societies, often based on birth or wealth.

    1. She married into the aristocracy and gained status. [ ] [ ]
    2. The old aristocracy families had vast estates and influence. [ ] [ ]

  3. People regarded as outstanding or superior to others.

    1. He belongs to the aristocracy of tennis players. [ ] [ ]
    2. The film festival attracts the aristocracy of the cinema world. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

nobility elite gentry

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "aristocracy" in English means: A form of government in which power is held by the nobility., The highest class in certain societies, often based on birth or wealth., People regarded as outstanding or superior to others..

The phonetic transcription of "aristocracy" is /ˌærɪˈstɒkrəsi/ in British English and /ˌærɪˈstɑːkrəsi/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "aristocracy": nobility, elite, gentry.

Example usage of "aristocracy": "The aristocracy ruled the country for centuries.". More examples on the page.