arriviste

Definition: (noun) A person who has recently attained high position or great power but not general acceptance or respect; an upstart. Synonyms: nouveau-riche, parvenu, upstart. Usage: The arriviste tried to gain acceptance into society through ostentatious displays of his newfound wealth, but his actions only inspired resentment. Discuss

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vainglory

Definition: (noun) Boastful, unwarranted pride in one's accomplishments or qualities. Synonyms: boastfulness. Usage: I share my substance with the poor, making no display of good works, lest I let hypocrisy and vainglory, those enemies that subtly take possession of the most watchful heart, find an entrance into mine. Discuss

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sunspot

Definition: (noun) Any of the relatively cool dark spots appearing periodically in groups on the surface of the sun that are associated with strong magnetic fields. Synonyms: macula. Usage: Come, cheer up, old man; there's no use in losing your grip and going back to this child's play merely because this big sunspot is drifting…

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