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upstart meaning and definition
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Definition of upstart (noun)
- an arrogant or presumptuous person
- a person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class
- synonyms: arriviste, nouveau-riche, parvenu
- a gymnastic exercise performed starting from a position with the legs over the upper body and moving to an erect position by arching the back and swinging the legs out and down while forcing the chest upright
- synonyms: kip
UPSTART adjective
Definition of upstart (adjective)
- characteristic of someone who has risen economically or socially but lacks the social skills appropriate for this new position
- synonyms: nouveau-riche, parvenu, parvenue
Source: Princeton University Wordnet