Dictionary Entry
bourgeoisie
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Meaning
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The social class that owns the means of production and whose societal concerns are perceived as conventional or materialistic.
Example Sentence
The novel satirized the perceived materialism and conformity of the bourgeoisie in 19th-century Paris.
Usage Note
Used in sociology, political science, and literature to describe or critique the middle or upper-middle class, their values, and their economic power, often in contrast to the working class or aristocracy.