high society
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Definition
- 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
- the fashionable elite