What is another word for the nobility?
Pronunciation: [ðə nə͡ʊbˈɪlɪti] (IPA) 
When referring to the aristocracy or elite class, "the nobility" is a common term used. However, there are several synonyms that can also be used to describe this group. "The upper class" and "high society" both refer to the same group of wealthy individuals who hold high social status and privilege. "The peerage" specifically refers to those who hold hereditary titles, such as dukes, earls, and barons. "The landed gentry" also refers to the wealthy landowners of the aristocracy. Other synonyms include "the elite," "the privileged," and "the blue bloods," which all refer to those who hold high social standing and wealth in society.
