swelldom

swelldom

A fashionable couple strolls through the swelldom at the charity gala.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The fashionable or wealthy social class: "swelldom" refers to the world or sphere of people who are considered fashionable, elegant, or of high social standing, often used informally or humorously.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • He aspired to join the swelldom of the city's elite, attending all the exclusive parties. (He wanted to be part of the fashionable and wealthy social group.)
    • The novel satirizes the pretensions of Victorian swelldom, mocking their obsession with status. (The book criticizes the fashionable upper class of that era.)
Advanced Usage

  • "the swelldom of high society": a specific reference to the most prestigious and wealthy social circles.

    • She felt out of place in the swelldom of high society, preferring quiet evenings at home. (She felt uncomfortable among the fashionable elite.)

  • "to rule the swelldom": to be dominant or influential within fashionable circles.

    • The young actress quickly came to rule the swelldom of Hollywood's A-list. (She became the most influential person among the fashionable wealthy in Hollywood.)
Variants and Related Words

  • Swelldom does not have common variants, but related terms include:

    • Swank (n): stylishness, elegance, or pretentiousness.

      • The event was full of swank and glamour. (The event was very stylish and showy.)

    • High society (n): the social class of wealthy and influential people.

      • She was born into high society and never knew poverty. (She was born into the wealthy, influential class.)
Synonyms
  • High society: the upper class of a community, especially those with wealth and influence.
  • Fashionable set: a group of people considered trendy or stylish.
  • Elite: the best or most powerful members of a group.
Related Idioms

  • "the upper crust": the highest social class.

    • He married into the upper crust and now lives in a mansion. (He married into the wealthy, high-status class.)

  • "the glitterati": the set of famous, fashionable, and wealthy people.

    • The party was filled with the glitterati of the art world. (The party was full of famous, stylish, rich people.)