yuppie
1 synonym for yuppie, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A young, ambitious professional with a well-paid job and an affluent, status-conscious lifestyle, especially in a city.
How to use yuppie
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
yuppie culture
yuppie lifestyle
Often used with a hint of mockery rather than as a neutral description.
Etymology
Originally an acronym for "young urban professional" (or "young upwardly mobile professional"), with "-ie" added the way it is in "hippie."
Full origin of yuppie →Frequently asked questions
What does “yuppie” mean?
The word “yuppie” means a young, ambitious professional with a well-paid job and an affluent, status-conscious lifestyle, especially in a city. In plain terms, a somewhat mocking label for a young, career-focused city professional who spends freely on status symbols.
How do you pronounce “yuppie”?
“Yuppie” is pronounced YUH-pih (/ˈjʌpi/ in IPA).
How do you use “yuppie” in a sentence?
Here is “yuppie” used in a sentence: “The neighborhood filled with yuppies once the new offices opened nearby.”
What part of speech is “yuppie”?
“Yuppie” is a noun.
