1The parvenu millionaire flaunted his wealth with lavish parties and expensive cars, earning the disdain of the old-money aristocracy.
2Despite her humble origins, the entrepreneur had become a parvenu in the business world, known for her ruthless tactics and extravagant lifestyle.
3The parvenu politician's populist rhetoric resonated with working-class voters, but his lack of experience and education raised concerns among the establishment.
4In the 19th-century novel, the parvenu protagonist's rise to wealth and social status is portrayed as a commentary on the social mobility of the time.
5The art collector's parvenu status was cemented when he purchased a rare masterpiece at a record-breaking price, outbidding several established collectors.