Definitions For Upstart

noun

• A gymnastic exercise performed starting from a position with the legs over the upper body and moving to an erect position by arching the back and swinging the legs out and down while forcing the chest upright
• A person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class
• An arrogant or presumptuous person

adjective

• Characteristic of someone who has risen economically or socially but lacks the social skills appropriate for this new position

verb

• A person who has recently begun an activity, become successful, etc., and who does not show proper respect for older and more experienced people
• A newly successful person, business, etc.