1. a group of people who have the most power, money, or talent in a society or organization

1. representing the best or most skilled members of a group

Examples

• The political elite gathered at the exclusive fundraising dinner.
• She attended an elite private school known for its academic excellence.
• The country’s economic elite control most of the wealth.
• He trained with an elite group of Olympic athletes.
• The university attracts students from the intellectual elite.
• Only elite soldiers are selected for this special mission.
• The social elite often live in gated communities.