1. Plural of bobo; members of the bourgeois bohemian class, typically educated professionals who blend bohemian values with bourgeois consumption and status-seeking.
Usage: informal; often used descriptively or critically; popularized by David Brooks' 2000 book 'Bobos in Paradise'

Examples

• The neighborhood has been gentrified by bobos who opened artisanal coffee shops and yoga studios.
• Bobos often pride themselves on their progressive values while enjoying luxury goods and expensive experiences.
• The rise of bobos has transformed many urban areas into trendy, upscale communities.
• Critics argue that bobos appropriate bohemian culture while maintaining upper-middle-class privilege.
• Bobos tend to value education, cultural experiences, and environmental consciousness alongside material comfort.