} Meaning of GENTRY in a Sentence - Words In Sentences

Meaning of GENTRY in a Sentence

Definition: society’s most privileged members


Part of Speech: Noun

Synonym(s): high society, aristocracy

Antonym(s): commoners, working class


Example Sentences:

 

1. In the old days, the gentry travelled by private carriage while lesser members of society walked or rode on uncomfortable wagons.

 

2. Only the town gentry can afford membership in the exclusive country club.

 

3. Because my family is a part of the gentry, I have attended an expensive private school since I was a little tot.

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