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elite

/ɪˈliːt/

/ɪˈlit/

Translations

elitenoun

elites

/ɪˈliːt/

/ɪˈlit/ or /əˈlit/

éliteNom collectif courant pour un groupe dominant ou les meilleurs d’un ensemble.

The political elite gathered at the summit to discuss the future of the country.

L'élite politique s'est réunie au sommet pour discuter de l'avenir du pays.

Synonyms

aristocracy

nobility

upper class

privileged class

select group

cream of the crop

chosen few

Antonyms

lower class

common

ordinary

eliteadjective

more elite

Comp.

most elite

Super.

/ɪˈliːt/

/ɪˈlit/

d'éliteSoutenu. S’emploie pour une personne, un groupe ou un objet jugé parmi les meilleurs.

The elite athletes were selected to compete in the international championship.

Les athlètes d'élite ont été sélectionnés pour participer au championnat international.

Additional translations

sélectEmploi courant pour « exclusif » ou « réservé à une clientèle choisie ».

Synonyms

Antonyms

Definitions

elitenoun

A group or class of people seen as having the greatest power and influence within a society, often due to wealth, privilege, or talent.

The political elite gathered at the summit to discuss the future of the country.

A select part of a group that is superior to the rest in terms of ability or qualities.

The elite of the chess club were invited to compete in the national tournament.

eliteadjective

Representing the best or most skilled members of a group.

The elite athletes were selected to compete in the international championship.

Having a superior status or quality, often associated with wealth or privilege.

The elite class of the society often has access to exclusive events and opportunities.

Designed for or catering to a small, privileged group; exclusive.

Only the most elite private clubs would consider accepting him as a member.