higher class
/ˌhʌɪə ˈklɑːs/ /ˌhʌɪə ˈklas/noun
A class of society or social grouping considered to have the highest social status; (in singular and plural, with the) the members of such a class. Compare class, the higher orders.
adjective
Frequently with hyphen. Of, belonging to, or characteristic of the higher class.
Origin
Mid 18th century. From higher + class.