Synonyms of aristocrat

aristocrat

noun

ə-ˈri-stə-ˌkrat 

as in noble

a person of high birth or social position

could trace his lineage to an English aristocrat of the 17th century

Synonyms & Similar Words

• noble
• patrician
• magnate
• gentle
• blue blood
• socialite
• gentleperson
• mogul
• nabob
• gentlefolk
• swell
• magnifico

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• commoner
• proletarian
• peasant
• plebeian
• canaille
• peon
• pleb
• boor
• fellah
• roturier

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of aristocrat

The restaurant is named for India’s zamindars — the feudal landlords who held power as aristocrats for centuries — and the lush and opulent space shows it, decked out with Indian art, heritage architectural touches, brass accents and warm lighting. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 15 Oct. 2026

While some of these families traced their lineages back to the colonial aristocrats of Mexico or New England, the Mesmers, like Griffith, were recent European immigrants, having come to the United States from Alsace, France. — Andrew Coletti, Popular Science, 14 Oct. 2026

Heinz Beck’s behind the fanciest spot, while the all-day dining restaurant La Casati honors the eccentric aristocrat Luisa, who once owned the building which became the Guggenheim Venice. — Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 11 Oct. 2026

The Cadogan has the feel of the Downton era but looks like the city home of a much more up-to-date kind of aristocrat—one who dabbles in modern art or works part-time as a furniture buyer, say. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026