adjective
- having fallen or been reduced in social status or class; no longer fashionable or acceptable in polite society
Usage: from French
Examples
- The once-prominent family was now considered declasse after the scandal.
- Her behavior at the party was deemed declasse by the other guests.
- The restaurant’s reputation became declasse following the health violations.
- He worried that his humble origins would make him appear declasse to his wealthy colleagues.
- The formerly exclusive club had become rather declasse in recent years.
- She refused to associate with anyone she considered declasse.