upstarted
/ʌpˈstɑrtɪd/
adjective
- Having recently risen to a position of power, wealth, or importance, often in a way that is seen as sudden or undeserved.
- She felt like an upstarted member of the royal family, unsure of the ancient traditions.
- The upstarted manager tried to change all the office rules on his first day.
- The upstarted tech company quickly challenged the industry giants.
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