"Haut monde" is a French term that refers to the upper class or the fashionable and wealthy elite in society. Other synonyms for this term include high society, the elite, the aristocracy, the upper crust, the privileged few, and the jet set. These synonyms share the connotation of exclusivity and suggest a social circle that is seen as refined and cultured. They are often used to describe people who have access to the best that life has to offer and enjoy a lifestyle that is associated with luxury and sophistication. While these terms are often used interchangeably with "haut monde", they each emphasize different aspects of this social group.