social ladder
The hierarchy of a society.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“He wants to climb the social ladder to meet important people.”
“She attended every exclusive party in the city, hoping to climb the social ladder and improve her career prospects.”
“His relentless ambition drove him to abandon his humble roots as he sought to ascend the social ladder of the city's elite.”
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corporate ladder
The hierarchy or ranking system of employment positions within a business organization; especially, such a hierarchy viewed as a ladder to be climbed (to successive higher-ranking positions) while one is pursuing a career path.
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pull the ladder up after oneself
Alternative form of pull the ladder up behind oneself.
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pull the ladder up behind oneself
To prevent others from attaining or benefiting from the same advantages, opportunities, or rights as oneself.
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social death
The alienation of certain people from society to the point of being forgotten, excluded, or ignored.
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social lubricant
A food, beverage, drug or activity that helps people feel more comfortable in social occasions.
Last updated August 10, 2026