aristocracy

Meanings

• noun

  A social class consisting of those who hold power and wealth in a society.

  - "The aristocracy ruled over the common people during the Middle Ages."
  - "Despite their wealth, the aristocracy lived in opulence and luxury."

• noun

  A privileged class of people in a society.

  - "The aristocracy enjoyed special privileges, such as exemptions from taxes and military service."
  - "The aristocracy maintained its power through alliances and marriages with other noble families."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˌæ.ɹɪˈstɒk.ɹə.si/
   
   
   
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2. /ˌɛɹ.ɪˈstɑk.ɹə.si/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with aristocracy
democracy , arachnidacy , histrionicacy

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Variants

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aristocracies , aristocracy

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Etymology

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From the Greek aristokrátōr, meaning 'the best ruler'.

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Trivia

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1. The French Revolution marked the end of the aristocracy in Europe.

2. The aristocracy was abolished in Russia in 1861.

3. In some countries, such as the United Kingdom, the aristocracy still exists in a ceremonial capacity.

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Related Concepts

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1. nobility: A social class ranking below the monarchy but above the commoners. Members of the nobility were granted titles and privileges based on their ancestry and service to the monarch.

2. plutocracy: A form of government in which power is held by the wealthy class. While the aristocracy was based on birth, plutocracy is based on wealth.

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Culture

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The aristocracy has been a significant part of various cultures throughout history. In Europe, the aristocracy was characterized by its opulent lifestyle, elaborate court ceremonies, and patronage of the arts. In literature, the aristocracy has been portrayed as both noble and corrupt, depending on the author's perspective.

How to Memorize "aristocracy"

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   - Imagine a grand palace with people dressed in elegant clothing, enjoying lavish feasts and entertaining guests.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of wealth, power, and privilege.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'aristocracy' starts with the letter 'A' and rhymes with 'democracy'.

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