elite

US /iˈliːt/

UK /iˈliːt/

B2

adjective

  • Belonging to the richest, most powerful, best-educated, or best-trained group in a society
  • Representing the best or most skilled members of a group or society.

noun

  • The richest, most powerful, best-educated, or best-trained group in a society
  • A select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities to the rest of a group or society.
  • A person of the elite class.
  • A size of type, usually 12-point.