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Plural
parvenus
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a low-born individual who has gained quick and unexpected power, success, or wealth
- The parvenu quickly rose to prominence, flaunting his newfound wealth and social status.
- Despite his lack of noble heritage, the parvenu's rapid success made him the talk of high society.
- The parvenu's success story was a subject of fascination and skepticism in the media.
- The novel's protagonist was a parvenu whose sudden wealth caused friction with his established peers.
- The parvenu struggled to fit into elite circles, often feeling out of place among old money families.
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