aristocrat
UK: ˈær.ɪ.stə.kræt | US: əˈrɪs.tə.kræt
n. a member of the aristocracy; a nobleman or noblewoman
n. a person who advocates or embodies aristocratic principles
aristocrat = aristo<best> + crat<rule>
- aristo<best>: From Greek aristos (best, noblest), reflecting the elite status of the ruling class.
- crat<rule>: From Greek kratos (power, rule), denoting governance or dominance.
Etymology Origin:
The word aristocrat traces back to Ancient Greek aristokratia (rule by the best), combining aristos (best) and kratos (power). It originally described a political system where power was held by a privileged elite, later evolving to denote individuals of noble birth or high social standing. The term reflects the historical association of nobility with perceived moral or intellectual superiority.
The aristocrat owned vast estates and wielded significant political influence.
She carried herself with the grace of a born aristocrat.
Critics accused the policy of favoring the interests of aristocrats over common citizens.
Despite his wealth, he rejected the lifestyle of an aristocrat.
The novel satirizes the decadence of 18th-century aristocrats.