elitism
🇬🇧 UK/eɪˈliːtɪzəm/🇺🇸 US/ei'litizm/
C2
Definitions
n.
The belief that society should be led by a select elite; the attitude of superiority associated with belonging to an elite
精英主义;精英统治论;高人一等的优越感
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedelitroot
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ismdoctrine, belief, practice
=elitism
Example Sentences
- 1.
The university was criticized for its elitism and lack of diversity.