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Meaning of social climber | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

One who tries to improve his or her social status, especially by means of obsequious behaviour.

derogatory

Equivalents

Examples

““Are you accusing me of social climbing!” she fumed, getting right in his face. “You are a social climber, my darling.” “They only call you a social climber if you're not good at it,” Lucy said, starting for the front door, checking her phone for what would be the last time as she exited.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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