adjective
Uncommon
aristocratic
a-rihs-tuh-KRA-tihk
Aristocratic (adjective) means belonging to, or typical of, the aristocracy — noble, refined, or privileged in bearing. Example: “He had an aristocratic manner that made him seem distant.”
adjective
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Belonging to, or typical of, the aristocracy — noble, refined, or privileged in bearing.
"He had an aristocratic manner that made him seem distant."
"The house was furnished in an aristocratic, old-money style."
How to use aristocratic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRelating to nobility, or having the refined, privileged manner associated with it.
Common pairings
aristocratic family
aristocratic bearing
aristocratic manner
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more aristocratic
- Superlative
- most aristocratic
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Etymology
From French aristocratique, from Greek aristokratikos.
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What does “aristocratic” mean?
The word “aristocratic” means belonging to, or typical of, the aristocracy — noble, refined, or privileged in bearing. In plain terms, relating to nobility, or having the refined, privileged manner associated with it.
How do you pronounce “aristocratic”?
“Aristocratic” is pronounced a-rihs-tuh-KRA-tihk (/ˌæɹɪstəˈkɹætɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “aristocratic” in a sentence?
Here is “aristocratic” used in a sentence: “He had an aristocratic manner that made him seem distant.”
What part of speech is “aristocratic”?
“Aristocratic” is an adjective.
Where does the word “aristocratic” come from?
The word “aristocratic” comes from French. From French aristocratique, from Greek aristokratikos.
Is “aristocratic” a common word?
“Aristocratic” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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