bourgeoisie
|bour-geoi-sie|
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/ˌbʊrʒwɑːˈziː/
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/ˌbʊəʒwɑːˈziː/
middle class
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bourgeoisie' originates from French, specifically the word 'bourgeoisie', where 'bourgeois' meant 'town dweller'.
Historical Evolution
'bourgeoisie' changed from the Old French word 'burgeis' and eventually became the modern English word 'bourgeoisie'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'town dwellers or citizens', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'middle class'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the middle class, typically with reference to its perceived materialistic values or conventional attitudes.
The rise of the bourgeoisie was a significant factor in the development of modern capitalism.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45