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Meaning of gentry
The primary meaning of the word "gentry" refers to people of high social class, particularly those with a hereditary title or a history of wealth and privilege.
Etymology of gentry
The word "gentry" originates from the Old French word "gentil," meaning noble or high-born, which is derived from the Latin word "gentilis," meaning of or belonging to a clan or family
Historically, the term "gentry" referred to the class of people below the nobility but above the commoners, often including landowners, knights, and other members of the upper class
Synonyms
aristocracy
nobility
elite
upper class
landed gentry
gentlefolk
aristocrats
nobles
patricians
magnates
plutocrats
elite class
upper crust
high society
blue bloods
peerage
lords
ladies
gentlemen
gentlewomen
bourgeoisie
landed aristocracy
aristocratic class
wealthy elite
high-born
aristocratic elite
privileged class
ruling class
upper echelons
Definitions
- The class of people of high social class, particularly those with a hereditary title or a history of wealth and privilege
- * People of good family or high social position, especially those with a reputation for refinement and courtesy
Usage Examples
- The local gentry were invited to the charity gala
- * The old mansion had been owned by the gentry for generations
- * The gentry of the town were known for their philanthropy and civic engagement
Antonyms
commoners
peasants
laborers
workers
proletariat
bourgeoisie
middle class
lower class
underclass
poor
impoverished
destitute
plebeians
serfs
vassals
slaves
underprivileged
disadvantaged
marginalized