bourgeoisie

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Noun bourgeoisie has 1 sense

middle class, bourgeoisie - the social class between the lower and upper classes
--₁ is a kind of class, social class, socio-economic class
--₁ has members: bourgeois, burgher
--₁ has particulars: petit bourgeois, petite bourgeoisie, petty bourgeoisie

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Bourgeoisie

Noun:

1. The middle class, typically referring to those who are economically prosperous and have conservative values.

2. The social class that owns and controls the means of production.

3. In Marxist theory, the capitalist class who exploit the working class.

Sample Sentences:

1. The bourgeoisie class is known for their emphasis on materialistic values.

2. The bourgeoisie controls most of the industries and businesses in the country.

3. According to the Marxist perspective, the bourgeoisie profit off the labor of the proletariat.

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