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wellborn

adjective

ˈwel-ˈbȯrn How to pronounce wellborn (audio)
Definition of wellbornnext
as in aristocratic
of high birth, rank, or station the wellborn men among the colonists had no experience with physical labor

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  1. aristocratic
  2. noble
Adjective
  • During the period known as the Xi (Western) Zhou dynasty (1046–771 bce), warfare had been dominated by aristocratic elites and chariot forces and was generally conducted by armies smaller than those of subsequent centuries.
    — Ethan Teekah, Encyclopedia Britannica, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Often, entrants include these alongside aristocratic and highbrow interests in a way that could reduce the appearance of snobbishness.
    — Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of aristocratic
Adjective
  • Báthory descended from a noble family that ruled Transylvania.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Their sculptural jewelry aims to elevate brass as a noble material and integrate local elements like wood, mother-of-pearl and sand resin, working with local artisans.
    — Alex Wynne, Footwear News, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of noble
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“Wellborn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wellborn. Accessed 21 Sep. 2026.

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