classless

English

Etymology

class +‎ -less

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA^(key): /ˈklæsləs/

Adjective

classless (comparative more classless, superlative most classless)

1. Not divided into societal or economic groups.

   We lived in a classless state, where all were equal.

   • 1971, “Working Class Hero”, in John Lennon (lyrics), John Lennon / Plastic Ono Band, performed by John Lennon:

     And you think you're so clever and classless and free / But you're still fucking peasants as far as I can see

2. Without class or classes.

   I arranged my timetable so that Friday would be a classless day.

3. Lacking in "class", style, aplomb, etc.

Derived terms

• classlessly
• classlessness

Translations

not divided into societal or economic groups

• Czech: beztřídní
• German: klassenlos
• Polish: bezklasowy (pl), aklasowy
• Swedish: klasslös (sv)