Social analyst Thorstein Veblen criticized the​ "decorative" role of​ women, as rich men showered them with expensive​ clothes, pretentious​ homes, and a life of leisure as a way to advertise their own wealth.​ Today, we refer to these women as​ ________.

Social analyst Thorstein Veblen criticized the​ "decorative" role of​ women, as rich men showered them with expensive​ clothes, pretentious​ homes, and a life of leisure as a way to advertise their own wealth.​ Today, we refer to these women as​ ________.



A. nouveau riche

B. habitual rebuyers

C. trophy wives

D. cosmopolitans

E. parody displays



Answer: c. trophy wives


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