The belief that a society or system should be run by an elite. / The superior attitude or behaviour associated with an elite.

plural of elitism

The quality of being elite.

Of high birth or social position; aristocratic or patrician. / Representing the choicest or most select of a group.

A special group or social class of people which have a superior intellectual, social or economic status as, the elite of society. / Someone who is among the best at a certain task.

plural of elite

comparative form of elite: more elite

(basketball, US, informal) The eight teams participating in the regional finals of the NCAA Division I tournament, one of whom will become the national champion.

plural of anti-elite

Alternative form of antielite.