Lower class
noun
The social group that is below the middle class.
People from the lower class usually have less money and fewer opportunities.
Often appears as...
- living in lower class
- lower class neighbourhood
adjective
Referring to or suitable for people who belong to a lower social class.
He was born into a lower class family.
Often appears as...
- lower class family
- lower class background
noun
The social group that is below the middle class.
People from the lower class usually have less money and fewer opportunities.
Often appears as...
- living in lower class
- lower class neighbourhood
adjective
Referring to or suitable for people who belong to a lower social class.
He was born into a lower class family.
Often appears as...
- lower class family
- lower class background
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Sensitivity
The term can be seen as negative or offensive, so be cautious in its use.
She avoids mentioning 'lower class' in conversations to not offend anyone.
Pro Tip 2/3Context Matters
Use when discussing socio-economic issues, otherwise choose more neutral terms.
In sociology, we discussed the challenges the lower class faces.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Financial
'Lower class' may also imply less access to education or healthcare, not just income.
Lower class areas often have underfunded schools.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Sensitivity
The term can be seen as negative or offensive, so be cautious in its use.
She avoids mentioning 'lower class' in conversations to not offend anyone.
Pro Tip 2/3Context Matters
Use when discussing socio-economic issues, otherwise choose more neutral terms.
In sociology, we discussed the challenges the lower class faces.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Financial
'Lower class' may also imply less access to education or healthcare, not just income.
Lower class areas often have underfunded schools.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Sensitivity
The term can be seen as negative or offensive, so be cautious in its use.
She avoids mentioning 'lower class' in conversations to not offend anyone.
Pro Tip 2/3Context Matters
Use when discussing socio-economic issues, otherwise choose more neutral terms.
In sociology, we discussed the challenges the lower class faces.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Financial
'Lower class' may also imply less access to education or healthcare, not just income.
Lower class areas often have underfunded schools.
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