noun
elitism
Elitism (noun) means the idea that the most able or privileged people should be in charge of a society or system.
noun
1
The idea that the most able or privileged people should be in charge of a society or system.
2
A way of behaving that shows you think you are better than other people.
"Dati launched a blistering attack on the prime minister, François Fillon, under whom she served as justice minister, accusing him of sexism, elitism, arrogance and hindering the political advancement of ethnic minorities."
— Angelique Chrisafis, Rachida Dati accuses French PM of sexism and elitism (2011)
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What is the meaning of elitism?
"elitism" (noun) means the idea that the most able or privileged people should be in charge of a society or system.
What are the different meanings of elitism?
"elitism" has 2 main meanings: 1. The idea that the most able or privileged people should be in charge of a society or system; 2. A way of behaving that shows you think you are better than other people.
