non-u

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Adjective non-u has 1 sense

non-U - not characteristic of the upper classes especially in language use
Antonym: middle-class (indirect, via upper-class, lower-class)
Antonym: upper-class (indirect, via lower-class, middle-class)

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Non-U

Description:

Non-U is a term used to describe speech or behavior that is considered not to be characteristic of the upper class or high social status.

Sample sentences:

She received criticism from her wealthy friends for using non-U vocabulary.
Wearing casual attire to the upscale event would be considered non-U.
His impeccable manners and sophisticated language made him stand out as non-U.

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