aristocracy
nounfeminine/ɐɾiʃtuˈkɾɐsiɐ/medium
a·ris·to·cra·ci·a
Definition
The highest social class, traditionally holding noble titles, power, and hereditary privileges.
The Portuguese aristocracy lost many of its privileges after 1910.
The palace was frequented by the high aristocracy of the time.
Common collocations
high aristocracylanded aristocracyblood aristocracy
Etymology
Do grego 'aristokratía', de 'áristos' (melhor) + 'krátos' (poder).