Class

Definition

In the context of social stratification, class denotes a group of individuals who share a similar position in an economic hierarchy based on their wealth, income, education, and occupation. It significantly influences one's lifestyle, opportunities, and the power they hold in society.

Related terms

Social Stratification:

A system by which a society ranks categories of people in a hierarchy based on factors like wealth, power, and prestige.

Socioeconomic Status:

An individual's or family's economic and social position in relation to others, based on income, education, and occupation.

Mobility: The ability to move up or down the social ladder within a society’s stratification system