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highborn

/ˈhaɪbɔːrn/ /ˈhaɪˌbɔːrn/

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adjective

Of high social standing as a result of having been born a member of an upper-level social class.

Examples :

"The highborn student, accustomed to privilege, found it difficult to relate to the struggles of her classmates. "

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adjective

Born a member of an upper-level social class (although not necessarily retaining high social standing)

Examples :

"The highborn student, despite a privileged upbringing, struggled to fit in at the public school. "

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adjective

Of, pertaining to, or befitting people of high social standing.

Examples :

"Sentence: "Even though she was highborn, the princess preferred playing with the village children rather than attending fancy balls." "

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adjective

Of superior or premium quality; magnificent; expensive.

Examples :

"The highborn leather of her briefcase suggested she worked in a very important office. "

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