Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Nouveau-Riche.
Nouveau-Riche - as a noun
A person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arriviste12parvenu12upstart9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disagreeable personunpleasant personHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Nouveau-Riche - as an adjective satellite
Characteristic of someone who has risen economically or socially but lacks the social skills appropriate for this new position
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
parvenu12parvenue13upstart9Example Sentences
"The nouveau-riche showed off their wealth by buying expensive cars and clothes."
"Many people see the nouveau-riche as lacking in culture and sophistication."
"The nouveau-riche couple built a huge mansion in the exclusive neighborhood."
"She married into the nouveau-riche family and suddenly found herself surrounded by luxury."
"The nouveau-riche businessman threw extravagant parties to impress his high-society friends."
Word Game Points
Is NOUVEAU-RICHE a valid Scrabble word?
No, nouveau-riche is NOT valid for Scrabble
Is NOUVEAU-RICHE a valid Words With Friends word?
No, nouveau-riche is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid WordNOUVEAU-RICHE is not a valid Words With Friends word.
Is NOUVEAU-RICHE a valid WordFeud word?
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