yuppy

/ˈjuːpi/

Definitions

1. noun

a young, affluent, and often materialistic person who is seen as stereotypically representative of the 1980s yuppie culture

“She was a stereotypical yuppy, with a designer handbag and a luxury car.”

2. adjective

characterized by or typical of the values and behaviors of the yuppie subculture

“The yuppy neighborhood was filled with upscale boutiques and trendy restaurants.”

Synonyms

  • affluent
  • young professional
  • yuppie

Antonyms

  • down-at-heel
  • working-class