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as in arrogant
being or characteristic of a person who has an offensive air of superiority and tends to ignore or disdain anyone regarded as inferior
the restaurant's cuisine is truly superb, but the maître d's aristocratic demeanor is a bit much
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as in noble
of high birth, rank, or station
an impoverished dowager who never lets people forget about her aristocratic origins
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Recent Examples of aristocratic
The aristocratic matron in question, Lady Hemphill, would often accompany her husband to the Huston estate, located in the rugged pastures and boglands of County Galway, for dinner parties and hunting expeditions.
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Erik Morse, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
Austen's novel, which was released anonymously in 1813, tells the complex love story between Elizabeth Bennet, the daughter of a country gentlemen, and Mr. Darcy, a rich aristocratic landowner.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 11 Apr. 2025
The original show’s focus was Thomas Ravenel and Shep Rose, two male members of the aristocratic class in South Carolina.
—Taylor Crumpton, Essence, 11 Apr. 2025
But by the 18th century the Republic of Venice was in decline, and some aristocratic families, though still noble in name, had lost much of their wealth and could not afford a substantial dowry.
—Manuela Callari, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 Mar. 2025
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Erik Morse, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
Austen's novel, which was released anonymously in 1813, tells the complex love story between Elizabeth Bennet, the daughter of a country gentlemen, and Mr. Darcy, a rich aristocratic landowner.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 11 Apr. 2025
The original show’s focus was Thomas Ravenel and Shep Rose, two male members of the aristocratic class in South Carolina.
—Taylor Crumpton, Essence, 11 Apr. 2025
But by the 18th century the Republic of Venice was in decline, and some aristocratic families, though still noble in name, had lost much of their wealth and could not afford a substantial dowry.
—Manuela Callari, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aristocratic
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Richard was known for being outspoken, if not arrogant, consistently rubbing his Tagi tribe the wrong way and offending some of them with his blatant display of nudity on the island.—
Nick Caruso,
TVLine,
27 May 2025
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Multiple people described him to me as unpopular and arrogant.—
Amanda Chicago Lewis,
Harpers Magazine,
29 Apr. 2025
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Which one of her books was turned into a 1995 film directed by Ang Lee, from a script written by Emma Thompson? 2 of 5 What is the name of the series that adapts Julia Quinn’s Regency-era romance novels about eight siblings in a noble family and their adventures in London’s high-society world?—
J. D. Biersdorfer,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
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Follows Anton Abildgaard, a noble cavalry officer hoping to complete his military training with distinction.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
16 May 2025
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Not to sound snobbish about it, but the thought of wearing a polyester dress—knowing the environmental impact and the feel of the fabric—is something that just doesn’t sit right with me anymore.—
Lauren Parker,
Sourcing Journal,
12 May 2025
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As a snobbish actress and socialite stranded in a small town with no money O'Hara's Moira was an aloof delight over the series' rolicking six seasons.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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In fact, 89% of C-suite marketers recognize that employees can bring great value to their businesses as influencers.—
Sarah Goodall,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Even in Paris, this would make a great evening bag and match practically any outfit.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2025
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There is nothing wasteful or elitist about public investment in science.—
John Drake,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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But there is nothing elitist or intimidating in the Botezes’ daily chess content, which has drawn together a community of enthusiasts with an appealingly chaotic mix of sibling banter, silliness, and self-deprecation.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
27 Apr. 2025
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Its stories about an amateur tennis pro from a low-to-middle class family and his relationship with an artist looking to rebel against her family’s upper-class attitudes took advantage of their youthful vision to tell more stories about their parents’ lack of ambition.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
20 May 2025
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Justin comes from an upper-class family; the Edwards live in a spacious hilltop house with a pool and spend a month every summer on Martha’s Vineyard.—
Kristen Baldwin,
EW.com,
8 May 2025
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Our top spots strike a balance — swanky but not snooty.—
Alayna Alvarez,
Axios,
22 Mar. 2025
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Who’s this snooty Lady Violet (Fiona Glascott) who was hovering around her?—
Robert Lloyd,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Apr. 2025
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Along the historic waterway system which dates from the 12th century, there are a series of patrician residences, pleasure villas, and elegant rural farmhouses that still stand, along with what remains of their parks and gardens, side-by-side with more recent houses.—
Elena Dallorso,
Architectural Digest,
24 May 2025
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Commanding a prime corner on a patrician block on Commonwealth Avenue in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood, The Eliot Hotel is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2025.—
Everett Potter,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Aristocratic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aristocratic. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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