Vulgarian (Noun)
Meaning
A vulgar person (especially someone who makes a vulgar display of wealth).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The businessman's flashy sports car and diamond-encrusted watch made him appear as a vulgarian to those who valued humility.
- Her friends were embarrassed by her loud and boorish behavior at the luxurious resort, labeling her a vulgarian.
- After inheriting a vast fortune, he quickly became a vulgarian, flaunting his wealth with lavish parties and expensive gifts.
- The small town was shocked when the wealthy newcomer built an extravagant mansion, seeing him as a tasteless vulgarian with more money than sense.
- At the charity gala, he stood out as a vulgarian, boasting about his private jet and designer suit to anyone who would listen.