elite
US /iˈliːt/
UK /iˈliːt/
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a select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities to the rest of a group or society
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The country is governed by a small elite.
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Only the elite athletes qualify for the Olympics.
1.
belonging to a select, superior group
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The university offers an elite program for gifted students.
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They stayed at an elite hotel in the city center.