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Definition of Nouveau-riche
1. Noun. A person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class.
Exact synonyms: Arriviste, Parvenu, Upstart
Generic synonyms: Disagreeable Person, Unpleasant Person
Specialized synonyms: Climber, Social Climber, Junior
Derivative terms: Parvenu
Generic synonyms: Disagreeable Person, Unpleasant Person
Specialized synonyms: Climber, Social Climber, Junior
Derivative terms: Parvenu
2. Adjective. Characteristic of someone who has risen economically or socially but lacks the social skills appropriate for this new position.
Lexicographical Neighbors of Nouveau-riche
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