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Noun
Definition: an arrogant or presumptuous person
Definition: a person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class
Definition: 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
Definition: One who has suddenly gained wealth, power, or other prominence, but either has not received social acceptance or has become arrogant or presumptuous.
Verb
Definition: to rise suddenly, to spring
Adjective
Definition: characteristic of someone who has risen economically or socially but lacks the social skills appropriate for this new position
Definition: Acting like a parvenu.