Multiple choice

Direction: Select the most appropriate meaning of the given foreign expression.

Nouveau riche

  1. newly rich

  2. ill cultured

  3. newly born

  4. rich in taste
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Nouveau riche is a French term literally meaning 'newly rich'. It refers to people who have acquired wealth recently but may lack the cultural refinement associated with established wealthy families. Option A correctly identifies this meaning.

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