aristocrat
Translation
nobleman, noblewoman, peer
Examples
He was a wealthy aristocrat.
He was a wealthy aristocrat.
Grammar Patterns
((an aristocrat)) a member of the aristocracy He was a wealthy aristocrat.
Similar Words
Synonyms: nobleman, noblewoman, peer
Etymology
From Greek 'aristos' (best) + 'kratos' (rule). A person who is part of the "rule by the best".
Memory Tips
Remember the cats in the Disney movie "The Aristocats" - they were aristocratic cats.