What is another word for social-climbing?
Pronunciation: [sˈə͡ʊʃə͡lklˈa͡ɪmɪŋ] (IPA) 
Social-climbing refers to the practice of aggressively seeking higher social status or acceptance by associating oneself with people of higher social standing. Some synonyms for social-climbing include status-seeking, ladder-climbing, and name-dropping. The term "brown-nosing" is also occasionally used in this context, referring to excessive flattery or sycophantic behavior towards those with higher social status. Another related term is "parvenu," which refers to someone who has recently acquired wealth or social status and is therefore seen as an upstart or interloper in high society. Regardless of the terminology, social-climbing is often viewed as distasteful or even immoral, as it prioritizes personal gain over genuine connections and relationships.
