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socialite

/ˈsoʊ.ʃə.laɪt/
so · cial · ite
Plural:socialites
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• noun

1

A person who is well known in fashionable society and is fond of social activities, high-profile gatherings, and entertainment.

Example

"The charity gala was organized by a prominent local socialite who raised thousands of dollars for the museum."

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• Nearby Words

socialism
socialist
socialistic
socialite
socialization
socialize
socializer

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in American English in 1928 by Time magazine, formed from the word 'social' and the suffix '-ite' (indicating a member of a particular group or class).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Socialite. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/socialite
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