the upper class

Definitions

The social group that has the highest status in society, typically characterized by great wealth, inherited power, and high social standing.

The segment of a population that possesses the most economic and political influence, often associated with elite education and exclusive social circles.

Examples

The upper class often enjoys exclusive access to private clubs and elite social circles.

Sociologists frequently study how the upper class influences economic policy and political decision-making.

Synonyms

the elite the aristocracy the gentry the high society the wealthy the ruling class the privileged

Antonyms

the working class the commoners the proletariat the lower class the masses the underprivileged the impoverished