ARISTOCRACY Synonyms: 77 Similar and Opposite Words

aristocracy

noun

ˌa-rə-ˈstä-krə-sē

Definition of aristocracy

as in nobility

the highest class in a society at one time in China only the aristocracy could own land

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as in elite

individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class membership in the society is reserved for the literary world's aristocracy

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Recent Examples of aristocracy Few figures of the 20th century generated as much scrutiny—or controversy—from the press and the European aristocracy as Wallis Simpson. — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 15 June 2026 The Order used to be limited to the aristocracy, but members are now selected from a variety of backgrounds in celebration of their public service, with both men and women welcomed. — Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026 The pair founded the company together in 2015; the row is a family squabble within the new AI aristocracy. — Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 19 May 2026 College football has always been an aristocracy, and most fans like it that way. — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for aristocracy

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Noun

Diners included the Beatles, Mick Jagger, Muhammad Ali, Lynn Redgrave, and countless other celebrities, politicians, and nobility.

— David Szondy August 01, New Atlas, 1 Aug. 2026
Traditionally, Japanese royalty — in particular, heirs to the throne — only married other members of the imperial family, or the former court nobility.

— Diana Pearl, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026

Definition of nobility

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This weakness was exploited by elite running backs such as Bijan Robinson (Buffalo was upset by the Falcons and gave up 210 rushing yards) and De’Von Achane (the Dolphins gained 197 rushing yards in their second meeting, an upset win).

— Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
As a model professional, Rodri should still have plenty of years to enjoy in the elite.

— Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of elite

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Parker will play Mary Washington, George’s strong willed mother, while Rodgers will play Sally Cary, the charming beauty of the Virginia gentry who first sees his potential.

— Alex Ritman, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Grammer will play Lord Fairfax, the unofficial leader of the Virginia gentry who has a complicated relationship to young George Washington as both his crucial mentor and as the father of his romantic rival.

— Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 29 Aug. 2025

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Persistent heatwaves are not only driving up the cost of keeping society running and disrupting companies' production and operations, but are also putting pressure on European economic growth.

— , CNBC, 4 Aug. 2026
Bella DePaulo, a former University of Virginia professor who has authored books on single living, said society has changed since the regulation was established, with more people getting married later or not marrying at all.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 Aug. 2026

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Regardless, reaching 2,000 strikeouts further solidifies Nola’s standing as part of Phillies pitching royalty.

— Charlotte Varnes, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026
Early 20th-century media tycoon Lord Beaverbrook was known for throwing legendary parties at his country house in Surrey, which hosted everyone from Hollywood royalty like Elizabeth Taylor to historical figures such as Winston Churchill.

— K.J. Yossman, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of royalty

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With energy prices moving higher in July so far, and recent strong statements on fighting inflation, markets see broadly a 1 in 3 chance that the FOMC elects to increase rates in July.

— Simon Moore, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Veleria Levy, representative-elect for northeast Charlotte’s state House District 99, testified against Duke’s original proposal this spring.

— Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2026

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