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NOUVEAU-RICHE

(noun, adj.sat)
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There are 2 meanings of the word Nouveau-Riche.

Nouveau-Riche - as a noun

A person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arrivisteparvenuupstart
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disagreeable personunpleasant person
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Nouveau-Riche - as an adjective satellite

Characteristic of someone who has risen economically or socially but lacks the social skills appropriate for this new position

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
parvenuparvenueupstart

Example Sentences

"The nouveau-riche showed off their wealth by buying expensive cars and clothes."
"Many people see the nouveau-riche as lacking in culture and sophistication."
"The nouveau-riche couple built a huge mansion in the exclusive neighborhood."
"She married into the nouveau-riche family and suddenly found herself surrounded by luxury."
"The nouveau-riche businessman threw extravagant parties to impress his high-society friends."
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Is NOUVEAU-RICHE a valid Scrabble word?
No, nouveau-riche is NOT valid for Scrabble
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Is NOUVEAU-RICHE a valid Words With Friends word?
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