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parvenu

noun

/ˈpɑːrvənuː/

Meaning

A person who has recently gained wealth or influence but is not yet accepted socially.

He was seen as a parvenu who lacked refinement despite his riches.

upstart, social climber, newcomer, arriviste

aristocrat, noble

parvenu millionaire, social parvenu, parvenu family

A sitting room in a private house, or a shop providing specified services.

Living outdoors temporarily, especially for recreation; staying in a tent or similar shelter.

a personal possession; historically, movable property including slaves

a prayer, especially a devout or formal one

The study of production, consumption, and transfer of wealth.

The state of not being enough or not being adequate.