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aristocratic

/əˌrɪs.təˈkræt̬.ɪk/
a · ris · to · crat · ic

Adverb:aristocratically
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1

Belonging to, characteristic of, or relating to the aristocracy or hereditary nobility.

Example

"The historic country estate had remained in the hands of the same aristocratic family for over four centuries."


2

Having a dignified, refined, or grand appearance and manner associated with the nobility.

Example

"With her upright posture and finely sculpted features, the actress possessed an unmistakably aristocratic bearing."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from French aristocratique, from Ancient Greek aristokratikos, combining aristos ('best, noblest') and kratos ('rule, strength, power').

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