Old Money (Noun)
Meaning
The inherited wealth of established upper-class families; "he was born with a silver spoon in his mouth"; "she is the daughter of old money from Massachusetts".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- He came from old money, but never flaunted his wealth in public.
- Her family's old money allowed her to pursue a career in the arts without worrying about the financial implications.
- As the daughter of old money, she was expected to marry well and maintain the family's social standing.
- Their old money and influence had secured them a place in the city's most exclusive social clubs.
- Despite being from old money, he chose to live a relatively modest life and give back to his community through philanthropy.