Hanapin
Arriviste
01
makasarili, nangangarap ng mataas na katayuan
an individual who is either new to a higher society or trying to get into it, and is looking for their approval
Example
The arriviste's attempts to buy favor with expensive gifts were seen as transparent and insincere.
Her behavior at the charity event was typical of an arriviste, marked by overt attempts to curry favor.
Despite his efforts, the arriviste found it challenging to gain the respect of long-standing members of the club.
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