Aristocrat

usgb/əˈrɪstəkræt/
noun

A person who belongs to a social class that is considered to be above the common people, often because of high birth or special titles.

The wedding was attended by numerous distinguished aristocrats.
Visual representation of "aristocrat" - A person who belongs to a social class that is considered to be above the common people, often because of high birth or special titles.

Often appears as...

  • french aristocrat
  • russian aristocrat
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Social Status

The term is often associated with wealth and power within a hierarchical system.

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Aristocrats would typically own vast estates.
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Historical Context

In history, 'aristocrat' indicates a member of the ruling class or nobility, especially in Europe.

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The palace was once home to an influential aristocrat.
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Hereditary Title

'Aristocrat' may imply inheritance of position and privilege by birth, not personal achievement.

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As an aristocrat, she inherited the duchy from her father.
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