AristocracyA social class historically subject to certain legal privileges, usually consisted of persons having more acknowledged wealth and status than other classes.
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The highest social class in some societies, typically hereditary, whose members have certain privileges"The country's old aristocracy had only a small role in government affairs."
A form of government in which power is held by the nobility"In an aristocracy, the privileged few have more say in the decision-making process."
PhilanthropyThe practice of giving money and time to aid the wellbeing of other people.
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The desire to promote the welfare of others, expressed especially by the generous donation of money to good causes"He demonstrated his philanthropy by donating a significant amount of money to the hospital."
JudaismReligion developed among the ancient Hebrews, emphasizing belief in one transcendent God who has revealed himself to Abraham, Moses, and the Hebrew prophets.
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A monotheistic religion based around the teachings of the Torah and Talmud"He converted to Judaism after a long period of consideration and study."
ExistentialRelated to existence, often used to describe concepts and ideas in philosophy.
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Concerned with existence, especially human existence as viewed in the theories of existentialism"She was having an existential crisis after her life turned upside down."
DispositionA person's inherent qualities of mind and character.
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A person's inherent qualities of mind and character"Her sunny disposition was a joy to be around."