aristocratic
adjective
aris·to·crat·ic
ə-ˌri-stə-ˈkra-tik 
(ˌ)a-ˌri-stə-,
ˌa-rə-stə-
1
: belonging to, having the qualities of, or favoring aristocracy
an aristocratic family
aristocratic titles
2
a
: socially exclusive
an aristocratic neighborhood
b
: snobbish
3
: notably superior or excellent
In season she does an aristocratic lobster and asparagus salad with curry oil.—
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the restaurant's cuisine is truly superb, but the maître d's aristocratic demeanor is a bit much
an impoverished dowager who never lets people forget about her aristocratic origins
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The psychological drama, which stars Satya Dev in the title role, showcases an elaborate poster featuring the actor in aristocratic regalia surrounded by peacock feathers and ornate details.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 12 Aug. 2025
The $80,000 price tag includes two people and almost all expenses, including five-star accommodations and a range of one-of-a-kind activities that immerse travelers in Italian culture, history, and aristocratic lifestyle, all in the lap of luxury.
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Carter's latest project Outrageous is a six-episode series inspired by the true story of the aristocratic Mitford sisters from Britain in the 1930s.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 26 July 2025
Both Giulio, who comes from a Sicilian aristocratic family, and Ketty, who is more lower class, use lots of drugs — pot in particular.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 29 July 2025
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 12 Aug. 2025
The $80,000 price tag includes two people and almost all expenses, including five-star accommodations and a range of one-of-a-kind activities that immerse travelers in Italian culture, history, and aristocratic lifestyle, all in the lap of luxury.
—Rebecca Deurlein, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Carter's latest project Outrageous is a six-episode series inspired by the true story of the aristocratic Mitford sisters from Britain in the 1930s.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 26 July 2025
Both Giulio, who comes from a Sicilian aristocratic family, and Ketty, who is more lower class, use lots of drugs — pot in particular.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 29 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for aristocratic
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“Aristocratic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aristocratic. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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