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parvenu

The word “parvenu” has 3 syllables: par-ve-nu

It's pronounced as /ˌpɑr.vəˈnuː/

What is synonym and antonym for parvenu?

In the thesaurus, “parvenu” has 12 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for parvenu along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for parvenu

Meanings of parvenu

  • noun
    1. A person who has risen, climbed up, or has been promoted to a higher social class, especially through acquisition of wealth, rights, or political authority but has not gained social acceptance by those within that new class.
  • adjective
    1. Being a parvenu; also, like, having the characteristics of, or associated with a parvenu.

Example Sentences

  • The wealthy parvenu tried to buy his way into high society.
  • Critics often look down on the parvenu for lacking pedigree.
  • Despite being a parvenu, she quickly gained influence in the art world.
  • The novel explores the struggles of a parvenu adapting to elite circles.
  • His behavior revealed the insecurities typical of a social parvenu.

On this page you'll find 12 synonyms or another words to parvenu, such as: adventurer, arriviste, arrogant, comer, fat cat, moneybags, nabob.

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