That has only recently risen to distinction, notice, or high social standing; spec. not belonging to a well-established family. Now rare except in ne…

That has recently gained wealth or an influential social position; like or characteristic of a parvenu. Also in extended use.

Having the character of a snob.

Of a person: that pretends to a superiority to which he has no just claim; said esp. of those who claim, on the ground of wealth, a social…