élitism

[US]//ˈeɪlɪtɪzəm//
[UK]//ˈeɪlɪtɪzəm//

Translation

n.The belief that certain people deserve privileged treatment or control because of their perceived superiority in intellect, social status, or wealth.; A system or practice where power and privilege are held by a small elite group.; Discriminatory behavior that favors highly educated or affluent people.

Phrases & Collocations

accusations of élitism

pure élitism

cultural élitism

political élitism

academic élitism

Example Sentences

the university was accused of fostering intellectual elitism among its students.

there is a growing backlash against the cultural elitism of the coastal cities.

critics argue that the restaurant's high prices are simply a form of culinary elitism.

the party leader promised to fight political elitism and give power back to the people.

she despised the snobbery and elitism prevalent in the country club scene.

technological elitism creates a divide between those with access and those without.

his brand of musical elitism dictated that pop music was not real art.

the author challenges the class elitism inherent in the british education system.

critics claim the new policy amounts to economic elitism, favoring only the wealthy.

we must overcome linguistic elitism to truly embrace global communication.

the art world is often criticized for its insular elitism and lack of diversity.

such scientific elitism discourages ordinary citizens from engaging with important research.

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