The term "upper class" refers to a group of people who have a high level of wealth, status and influence in society. Synonyms for this term could include "aristocracy", "elite", or "privileged". Other synonyms for "upper class" may also include terms such as "nobility", "gentry", "patrician", "blue bloods", or "high society". Each of these synonyms points to a specific subset of the upper class, with some emphasizing the lineage or heritage of a family, and others focusing on the social circles and networks in which they operate. Regardless of the term used, the idea of an elite group with significant power and influence remains the same.