as in aristocracy
the highest class in a society
the patriciate regarded patronage of the arts as a moral and social duty
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Noun
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Before Brummell, the aristocracy dressed in rich, smelly materials; after, styles were adapted from military uniforms—think of the broad shoulders of a British pinstripe suit, for example.—
Gary Shteyngart,
The Atlantic,
7 Feb. 2025 -
Representing the aristocracy are two young lovers forbidden from coupling by her father and another who seeks her hand, but is being avidly pursued by her best friend.—
Rob Hubbard,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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European salons were nobility inviting composers into their homes to write and play music.—
August Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Jan. 2025
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This baby name comes from the Quechuan language and was often associated with leadership and nobility.—
Marilyn La Jeunesse,
Parents,
7 Jan. 2025
Noun
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She as the most gentry eyes and a delightful personality.—
Trish Stinger,
Kansas City Star,
15 Jan. 2025
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The Whitehaven neighborhood had developed in the late 19th century and attracted as residents the Memphis gentry.—
Michael T. Bertrand,
The Conversation,
5 June 2024
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“Patriciate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patriciate. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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