Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

culture-vulture

noun

/ˈkʌl.tʃər ˈvʌl.tʃər/

Definition

A culture-vulture is a person who is highly enthusiastic about or obsessed with cultural activities, like attending art galleries, theater performances, and musical events.

Examples

She’s such a culture-vulture, always attending the latest gallery openings and opera performances.
Being a culture-vulture, he never misses a film festival in the city.

Meaning

The term can have a slightly negative connotation, suggesting that the person is excessively keen on consuming cultural experiences, often for the sake of status or fashion rather than genuine appreciation.