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Synonyms of UPSTART

Valid in Scrabble US · 9 points

UPSTART: definition and more

7 synonyms in 3 meanings 5 playable in Scrabble US

Synonyms of UPSTART by meaning

noun

  1. a person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class

    Also: nouveau-riche.

  2. a gymnastic exercise performed starting from a position with the legs over the upper body and moving to an erect position by arching the back and swinging the legs out and down while forcing the chest upright

adjective

  1. characteristic of someone who has risen economically or socially but lacks the social skills appropriate for this new position

    Also: nouveau-riche.