upstart Definition
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upstart
noun
- 1. derog
- Someone who has suddenly acquired wealth or risen to a position of power or importance, especially one who is considered arrogant, or not to have the appropriate qualifications for such a position.
- Thesaurus: opportunist, social climber, status seeker, nouveau riche, johnny-come-lately, parvenu, pretender, new rich.
- 1. Newly or suddenly come into existence.
2. Belonging or relating to someone who is an upstart; typical or characteristic of an upstart.
