Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

middle-class

noun
/ˈmɪd.əl klæs/
Definition
the social group between the upper class and the working class, typically characterized by moderate income and education levels.
Examples
  • Many middle-class families are looking for homes in suburban areas.
  • The middle-class lifestyle often includes a focus on education and career advancement.
Meaning
The term ‘middle-class’ refers to a broad socio-economic class that usually includes individuals and families with a stable income, education, and access to certain social and cultural privileges.
Synonyms
  • middle-income
  • bourgeois
  • average class