Aristocracia (en. Aristocracy)

/aɾistoˈkɾasja/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Privileged social class that possesses power and wealth.
The medieval aristocracy had large estates and rights over peasants.
La aristocracia medieval tenía grandes tierras y derechos sobre los campesinos.
Form of government where aristocrats hold power.
In an aristocracy, decisions are made by a select group.
En una aristocracia, las decisiones son tomadas por un grupo selecto.
Set of people from high society.
The Parisian aristocracy attended the charity event.
La aristocracia de París asistió al evento benéfico.

Etymology

From the Greek 'aristokratía', which means 'government of the best'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

blood aristocracy
Refers to those belonging to a noble family.
aristocracia de sangre
to think like an aristocrat
To act with a sense of superiority or distinction.
pensar como un aristócrata

Related Words

aristocrat
A person who belongs to the aristocracy.
aristócrata
nobility
High class of society with special rights.
nobleza
patriciate
Privileged group in ancient Rome, similar to the aristocracy.
patriciado

Slang Meanings

A way to refer to people who consider themselves superior.
That group has an attitude of aristocracy.
Ese grupo tiene una actitud de aristocracia.
Derogatory term for people who embody elitism.
Don't be an aristocrat, we are all equal here.
No seas aristócrata, todos somos iguales aquí.