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1. upstart

noun. ['ˈʌpˌstɑːrt'] an arrogant or presumptuous person.

Etymology

  • upstart (English)
  • start (English)
  • stert (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • up- (English)

2. upstart

noun. ['ˈʌpˌstɑːrt'] a person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class.

Etymology

  • upstart (English)
  • start (English)
  • stert (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • up- (English)

4. upstart

adjective. ['ˈʌpˌstɑːrt'] characteristic of someone who has risen economically or socially but lacks the social skills appropriate for this new position.

Etymology

  • upstart (English)
  • start (English)
  • stert (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • up- (English)
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