aristocrat

noun
UK: /ˈærɪstəkræt/
US: /əˈrɪstəkræt/

  1. A member of the highest class of society, often with inherited titles and wealth.

    1. The aristocrat was very rich. [ ] [ ]
    2. As an aristocrat, she was expected to attend many social events and contribute to charity [ ] [ ]

  2. Someone who behaves or appears superior to others, often showing a lack of respect for those considered lower in status.

    1. He acts like an aristocrat. [ ] [ ]
    2. Her snobbish attitude made her seem like an aristocrat, though she had no noble background [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

patrician elite peer noble
aristocrat adjective

  1. Relating to or characteristic of an aristocracy or aristocrats.

    1. The aristocrat family owned a large manor. [ ] [ ]
    2. The aristocrat lifestyle was marked by lavish parties and extensive travel abroad [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "aristocrat" in English means: A member of the highest class of society, often with inherited titles and wealth., Someone who behaves or appears superior to others, often showing a lack of respect for those considered lower in status..

The phonetic transcription of "aristocrat" is /ˈærɪstəkræt/ in British English and /əˈrɪstəkræt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "aristocrat": patrician, elite, peer, noble.

Example usage of "aristocrat": "The aristocrat was very rich.". More examples on the page.