Definitions

1. noun

a social class below the upper classes and above the working class, often associated with the arts and entertainment.

“The demimonde of 19th-century Paris was a hub for artists, writers, and musicians.”

2. noun

a social world or atmosphere that is fashionable, but considered slightly disreputable or unconventional.

“The club’s demimonde was a place where people could let their hair down and be themselves.”

3. noun

a group of people who are considered to be outsiders or outcasts, but who are also glamorous or intriguing.

“The demimonde of 1960s London included the mod subculture and the emerging punk movement.”