Definition Synonyms
Definition of elite - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
social classgroup with superior social or economic status
- The elite of society gathered at the gala.
2.
best performerspeople who are the best at a task
- The elite of the chess world competed in the tournament.
Adjective
1.
top qualityrepresenting the most skilled or best
- She was part of an elite team of researchers..
2.
social classof high social status or rank
- She attended an elite private school.
3.
social statusRare exclusive or select in natureRare
- The club has an elite membership policy.
Expressions with elite
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select part of a group superior to the rest
The elite group of scientists made a groundbreaking discovery.
people with high social status and influence
The charity event was attended by society's elite.
small group of people with power or influence
The elite few control most of the country's wealth.
stereotype of leftists out of touch with the working class
Many criticize the liberal elite for their policies.
wealthy, influential people in big cities, often seen as privileged
The metropolitan elite often shape city policies.
small group with most power and control in society
The ruling elite decided to change the country's laws.
to belong to a select group
He worked tirelessly to be elite among the scientists.
small group of specially trained members given the hardest dangerous missions
The government sent an elite force to rescue the hostages.
group of people seen as most educated and influential in ideas
The intellectual elite often gathers at academic conferences to debate new theories.
theory explaining power held by a small group
Elite theory suggests power is concentrated among the wealthy.
group of people with significant power and influence
The power elite often shape national policies.
Origin of elite
Latin, eligere (to choose)
Terms with elite included in their meaning
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common people
ordinary individuals in contrast to the elite
lower classes
ordinary people excluding the elite
military
member of an elite military unit
elite academy
prestigious or well-known school
social movement
originate among ordinary people, not the elite
ordinary people
average citizen, not part of the elite
social class
related to elitism or elite groups
supporter
person who supports rule by an elite group
british elite
private fee-paying school in the UK
status
group of the most elite or prestigious
elite
belonging to the highest social or economic group
elite
belonging to the best or most skilled group
social status
quality that makes something attractive to people who want to seem elite
military
elite military units for unconventional operations
elite
the most elite or superior members of society
selection
chosen or choice; selected or elite
elite group
group of most sought-after and prestigious people or things
social class
member of a ruling class or elite
social class
average citizens distinguished from the elite
anti-elite movement
movement against elite or established institutions
elite
wealthy and glamorous individuals in society
society business achievement
the most advanced or elite levels in a field
battle planning
mission by a small elite team, often done in secret
military
elite military unit known for exceptional skills
Examples of elite in a sentence
Only the elite were invited to the private concert. The elite gathered for the annual gala. Only the elite can afford such luxury. The elite athletes competed at the highest level. Only elite students were selected for the advanced program. He was part of an elite group of scientists.
The elite athletes trained at the exclusive facility. The elite athletes trained at a private facility. Only elite students were invited to the seminar.
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- French:élite, d'élite, ...
- German:Elite, elitär, ...
- Italian:élite, d'élite, ...
- Spanish:élite, de primera, ...
- Portuguese:elite, de elite, ...
- Chinese:精英, 精英的, ...
- Japanese:エリート, エリートの, ...
- Arabic:نخبة, نُخْبَوِيّ, ...
- Hebrew:אֱלִיטָה, עִילִית, ...
- Russian:элита, элитный, ...
- Ukrainian:еліта, елітний, ...
- Hindi:उच्च वर्ग, उत्कृष्ट, ...
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