gentry

IPA: dʒˈɛntri

Birth; condition; rank by birth.
Courtesy; civility; complaisance.
People of education and good breeding.
(Britain) In a restricted sense, those people between the nobility and the yeomanry.
A surname.
A place in the United States:
A city in Benton County, Arkansas.
A village in Gentry County, Missouri.
An unincorporated community in Potter County, Texas.

Examples of "gentry" in Sentences

The gentry held significant influence in the small town, often determining local policies and social events
In the novel, the gentry were portrayed as both cultured and disconnected from the struggles of the common folk
The estate was a symbol of the wealth and status that the gentry enjoyed during the 18th century
Many members of the gentry participated in philanthropic endeavors, aiming to improve the lives of the poor
The gentry's lavish gatherings showcased their lifestyle, featuring exquisite food and elegant entertainment