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moneyed definition

mon·eyed (mun′ēd)

adjective

  1. having much money; rich
  2. consisting of, derived from, or representing money moneyed interests

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moneyed Synonyms

moneyed

modif.

wealthy, well-to-do, affluent; see rich 1.


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moneyed Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • class: In re the " astute, connected, mobile, moneyed classes " - they already get the better end of the system today.

Used with adjective complement

  • entrench: Shop managers have and whose members even entrenched moneyed exceed the revenue.
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