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champagne socialist
/ʃæmpˈeɪn sˈoʊʃəlˌɪst/
/ʃampˈeɪn sˈəʊʃəlˌɪst/
Champagne socialist
01
used to describe a person who advocates for socialist policies but is perceived to live a luxurious or privileged lifestyle
Examples
He ’s often called a champagne socialist because he talks about reducing income inequality but drives a luxury car.
The politician was criticized as a champagne socialist after he was seen attending a lavish party while advocating for wealth redistribution.
