elitist

US /ɪ'li:tɪst/

UK /ɪ'li:tɪst/

B2

noun

  • Someone who believes in rule by an elite group
  • A person who believes that a society or system should be led by an elite.
  • A person who believes that a select group of individuals, often those with wealth, talent, or privilege, are superior to others.

adjective

  • Relating to or supporting elitism.
  • Relating to or supporting elitism; believing in or practicing the idea that a select group should have authority or power.
  • Designed to benefit or appeal to a select group of people, often at the expense of others.
  • Characterized by or supporting elitism; favoring a select group.