In Marxist contexts, bourgeoise refers to the capitalist class who own most of society's wealth and means of production.
Imagine a game of Monopoly where one player owns all the expensive properties and hotels. That player is like the bourgeoise in a capitalist society - they hold most of the wealth and power.
Capitalism: An economic system where trade, industry, and means of production are largely or entirely privately owned and operated for profit.
Class Consciousness: Awareness by a social or economic class of its own position and interests within the society in relation to other classes.
Feudalism: A social system that existed in Europe during the Middle Ages in which people worked and fought for nobles who gave them protection and land in return.
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