Parvenue example sentences
Related (3): upstart, arriviste, pretender
"Parvenue" Example Sentences
Common Phrases
- The parvenue tried to impress everyone with her newfound wealth; however, she only succeeded in coming across as shallow and insecure.
- Despite her lack of pedigree, the parvenue was determined to gain acceptance among the elite; she spent countless hours studying etiquette and social norms.
- The parvenue's lavish spending and ostentatious displays of wealth were a clear indication of her insecurity; she was constantly trying to prove herself to others.
- The parvenue felt out of place among the old money crowd; she was keenly aware of the fact that her status was acquired, not inherited.
- The parvenue's attempts to infiltrate high society were met with resistance and ridicule; she refused to be deterred, however, and continued to pursue her goals with single-minded determination.
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