Aristocrat: meaning, definitions and examples
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aristocrat
[ ˈær.ɪ.stə.kræt ]
wealthy individual
A person who belongs to the highest social class, typically by birth, and has great wealth, power, and privilege.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The aristocrat lived in a grand mansion overlooking the countryside.
- She was born into an aristocratic family and attended exclusive schools.
person with refined tastes
Someone who has cultivated a superior taste in art, literature, and culture.
Synonyms
aesthete, connoisseur, dilettante, snob
Examples of usage
- She was considered an aristocrat of the fashion world, always dressed impeccably.
- He was an aristocrat of music, with a collection of rare vinyl records.
Translations
Translations of the word "aristocrat" in other languages:
🇵🇹 aristocrata
🇮🇳 अभिजात
🇩🇪 Aristokrat
🇮🇩 aristokrat
🇺🇦 аристократ
🇵🇱 arystokrata
🇯🇵 貴族 (kizoku)
🇫🇷 aristocrate
🇪🇸 aristócrata
🇹🇷 aristokrat
🇰🇷 귀족 (gwijok)
🇸🇦 أرستقراطي
🇨🇿 aristokrat
🇸🇰 aristokrat
🇨🇳 贵族 (guìzú)
🇸🇮 aristokrat
🇮🇸 aðalsmaður
🇰🇿 ақсүйек
🇬🇪 არისტოკრატი
🇦🇿 aristokrat
🇲🇽 aristócrata
Word origin
The word 'aristocrat' comes from the Greek word 'aristokratia', which means 'rule of the best'. In ancient Greece, aristocrats were considered the best rulers due to their noble birth and wealth. Over time, the term evolved to refer to those in the highest social class with power and privilege. Aristocrats have played significant roles in history, holding positions of authority and influence.