bourgeois

/bʊəˈrʒwɑːˈziː/

Definitions

1. noun

relating to or characteristic of the middle class, especially in a way that is considered to be typical of it: conservative and conventional

“The artist’s critique of the bourgeoisie highlighted the social and economic disparities of the time.”

2. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the middle class, especially in a way that is considered to be typical of it

“The bourgeoisie values of the wealthy family were evident in their luxurious lifestyle.”

3. adverb

in a way that is typical of the middle class, especially in a conventional and conservative manner

“The play mocked the bourgeoisie attitude of the characters.”

Synonyms

  • middle-class
  • proletariat

Antonyms

  • communist
  • proletariat