upstart

'ʌpstɑ:t
GRE Collins 1

英文释义

n. an arrogant or presumptuous person
n. a person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class

中文翻译

n. 新贵, 暴发户, 自命不凡者
a. 暴富的

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记忆技巧

upstart 由 up（向上）和 start（开始）组成，字面意思是“向上开始”，可以理解为突然崛起的人，常指靠运气或巧合成功的人。

例句

1. The upstart company quickly gained popularity in the tech industry.
这家新兴公司迅速在科技行业中获得了人气。
2. Many people were surprised by the upstart politician's sudden rise to fame.
许多人对这位新晋政治家突然成名感到惊讶。
3. The upstart restaurant challenged the established ones with its unique menu.
这家新开的餐厅凭借其独特的菜单挑战了那些老牌餐厅。

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