Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gentry
noun
/ˈdʒɛn.tri/
Definition
People of good social position, specifically the class of people next below the nobility in social status.
Examples
- The local gentry often hosted lavish parties at their estates.
- Historically, the gentry played a significant role in British politics and society.
- She was born into the gentry and lived a life of privilege.
Meaning
Gentry refers to individuals or families that belong to a higher social class, often with inherited wealth or land.
Synonyms
- Aristocracy
- Elite
- Nobility
- Upper class
