socialite

noun

so·​cial·​ite ˈsō-shə-ˌlīt How to pronounce socialite (audio)
: a socially prominent person

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The socialite made headlines in May by wearing her version of the necklace in Paris during the trial of 10 people who were accused of robbing the reality star in October 2016. Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025 Koski and Kelly are known for working with celebrities, socialites, and brands including Jennifer Lopez, Oura Ring, and Kelis, among many others—planning everything from weddings to charity fundraisers and corporate events. Amanda Lauren, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025 In that respect, Thompson is perfect, playing Hedda as a stealth socialite ninja who’s always one step ahead of the competition. Damon Wise, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2025 The Lord is beautifully written, with a sympathetic attention to character and culture from Antonius, the daughter of a Mandatory Palestine socialite and an author and civil servant. Literary Hub, 8 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for socialite

Word History

First Known Use

1909, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of socialite was in 1909

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“Socialite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/socialite. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.

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socialite

noun
so·​cial·​ite ˈsō-shə-ˌlīt How to pronounce socialite (audio)
: a person well-known in fashionable society

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