Norwegian Meaning of upstart

oppkomling

Other Norwegian words related to oppkomling

Definitions and Meaning of upstart in English

Wordnet

upstart (n)

an arrogant or presumptuous person

a person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class

a gymnastic exercise performed starting from a position with the legs over the upper body and moving to an erect position by arching the back and swinging the legs out and down while forcing the chest upright

Wordnet

upstart (s)

characteristic of someone who has risen economically or socially but lacks the social skills appropriate for this new position

Webster

upstart (v. i.)

To start or spring up suddenly.

Webster

upstart (n.)

One who has risen suddenly, as from low life to wealth, power, or honor; a parvenu.

The meadow saffron.

Webster

upstart (a.)

Suddenly raised to prominence or consequence.

FAQs About the word upstart

oppkomling

an arrogant or presumptuous person, a person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class, a

eventyrer,karrierist,Nyo-rik,parvenu,spise,snob,: ankomme,rikmann,nabob,Karrieremenneske

No antonyms found.

upstare => opp, upstanding => redelig, upstand => oppstående, upstairs => ovenfor, upstair => opp,