Definition

1. Noun:
   • The fashionable elite: A social class consisting of people who are wealthy, influential, and considered fashionable, often participating in exclusive social events and activities.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The charity gala was attended by members of high society from around the world.
  • Her family name granted her automatic entry into the city's high society.

Advanced Usage

• "to be part of high society": to be a recognized member of the fashionable elite.
  • After his business success, he sought to be part of high society.
• "high society event/gathering": a social occasion primarily for the fashionable elite.
  • The debutante ball is a traditional high society event.

Variants and Related Words

• Socialite (n): a person who is well known in fashionable society and is fond of social activities and entertainment.
  • The party was full of famous socialites.
• The upper crust (n, informal): the highest social class; the aristocracy or the very wealthy.
  • The resort caters exclusively to the upper crust.

Synonyms

• The elite: The most powerful, rich, or talented people within a particular group or society.
• The aristocracy: The highest class in certain societies, typically comprising people of noble birth holding hereditary titles and offices.
• The jet set: Rich and fashionable people who travel frequently for pleasure.

Related Phrases

• "A-list": Denoting the most celebrated or sought-after individuals, especially in entertainment or society.
  • It was an A-list party, with no photographers allowed.

Related Idioms

• "To move in the right circles": To associate with people who are influential or of high social standing.
  • As an aspiring diplomat, he knew he needed to move in the right circles.
• "To be born with a silver spoon in one's mouth": To be born into a wealthy and privileged family.
  • She was born with a silver spoon in her mouth and never had to work.

Noun

1. the fashionable elite