ALL meanings of aristocracy
ar·is·toc·ra·cy
A a - countable noun aristocracy The aristocracy is a class of people in some countries who have a high social rank and special titles. 3
- noun aristocracy a privileged class of people usually of high birth; the nobility 3
- noun aristocracy such a class as the ruling body of a state 3
- noun aristocracy government by such a class 3
- noun aristocracy a state governed by such a class 3
- noun aristocracy a class of people considered to be outstanding in a sphere of activity 3
- noun aristocracy government by the best citizens 3
- noun aristocracy government by a privileged minority or upper class, usually of inherited wealth and social position 3
- noun aristocracy a country with this form of government; oligarchy 3
- noun aristocracy a privileged ruling class; nobility 3
- noun aristocracy those considered the best in some way 3
- noun aristocracy aristocratic quality or spirit 3
- noun aristocracy The highest class in certain societies, esp. those holding hereditary titles or offices. 1
- noun plural aristocracy a class of persons holding exceptional rank and privileges, especially the hereditary nobility. 1
- noun plural aristocracy a government or state ruled by an aristocracy, elite, or privileged upper class. 1
- noun plural aristocracy government by those considered to be the best or most able people in the state. 1
- noun plural aristocracy a governing body composed of those considered to be the best or most able people in the state. 1
- noun plural aristocracy any class or group considered to be superior, as through education, ability, wealth, or social prestige. 1
- noun aristocracy nobility, upper class 1
- noun aristocracy government by ruling class 1
- noun aristocracy The nobility, or the hereditary ruling class. 0
- noun aristocracy Government by such a class, or a state with such a government. 0
- noun aristocracy A class of people considered (not normally universally) superior to others. 0