💼parvenu

noun
/ˈpɑːrvənuː/

Meaning

A person who has recently gained wealth or influence but is not yet accepted socially.

Example Sentences

He was seen as a parvenu who lacked refinement despite his riches.

Synonyms

upstart, social climber, newcomer, arriviste

Antonyms

aristocrat, noble

Collocations

parvenu millionaire, social parvenu, parvenu family

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