nouveau-riche
ریشه و کاربرد
ریشه
The term 'nouveau-riche' comes from the French words 'nouveau', meaning 'new', and 'riche', meaning 'rich'.
مثال
- The nouveau-riche couple flaunted their wealth at the party.
- He may be nouveau-riche, but he lacks sophistication.
- The nouveau-riche businessman bought extravagant cars and mansions.
تعریف انگلیسی
adjective
- a person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class
- characteristic of someone who has risen economically or socially but lacks the social skills appropriate for this new position