proletariat
0 antonyms and opposites of proletariat, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The working class as a whole, especially wage earners without capital of their own.
How to use proletariat
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Strongly associated with Marxist political theory and academic or historical writing.
Etymology
From French prolétariat, from Latin proletarius, "citizen of the lowest class."
Full origin of proletariat →Frequently asked questions
What does “proletariat” mean?
The word “proletariat” means the working class as a whole, especially wage earners without capital of their own. In plain terms, the working class, especially as a group with shared economic interests.
How do you pronounce “proletariat”?
“Proletariat” is pronounced proh-lih-TEH-uh-rih-uht (/ˌpɹoʊ.lɪˈtɛɚ.i.ət/ in IPA).
How do you use “proletariat” in a sentence?
Here is “proletariat” used in a sentence: “The book examines the rise of the industrial proletariat in 19th-century Europe.”
What part of speech is “proletariat”?
“Proletariat” is a noun.
Where does the word “proletariat” come from?
The word “proletariat” comes from Latin. From French prolétariat, from Latin proletarius, "citizen of the lowest class.".
Is “proletariat” a common word?
“Proletariat” is an uncommon word in modern English.