The established system of social organization: “Every revolution exaggerates the evils of the old order” (C. Wright Mills).

or·der    ( P )  Pronunciation Key  (ôrdr) n.

the Order of Aspiring Artists

Ecclesiastical.

Any of several grades of the Christian ministry: the order of priesthood.

The rank of an ordained Christian minister or priest. Often used in the plural.

The sacrament or rite of ordination. Often used in the plural.

Any of the nine grades or choirs of angels.

A group of persons living under a religious rule: Order of Saint Benedict.

An organization of people united by a common fraternal bond or social aim.

A group of people upon whom a government or sovereign has formally conferred honor for unusual service or merit, entitling them to wear a special insignia: the Order of the Garter.

as·pire    ( P )  Pronunciation Key  (-spr)

   To have a great ambition or ultimate goal; desire strongly: aspired to stardom.

   To strive toward an end: aspiring to great knowledge.

art·ist    ( P )  Pronunciation Key  (ärtst) n.

One, such as a painter, sculptor, or writer, who is able by virtue of imagination and talent or skill to create works of aesthetic value, especially in the fine arts.

A person whose work shows exceptional creative ability or skill: You are an artist in the kitchen.

One, such as an actor or singer, who works in the performing arts.

One who is adept at an activity, especially one involving trickery or deceit: a con artist.