elite

The word “elite” has 2 syllables: e-lite

It's pronounced as /ɪˈliːt/


What is synonym and antonym for elite?

In the thesaurus, “elite” has 17 synonyms and 30 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for elite along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for elite

  • aristocracy
  • best
  • better
  • excellent
  • exceptional
  • exclusive
  • fancy
  • first-class
  • gentry
  • high-grade
  • nobility
  • outstanding
  • premium
  • prime
  • special
  • superior
  • top

Antonyms for elite

  • average
  • bourgeoisie
  • coarse
  • commercial
  • common
  • commoners
  • gross
  • herd
  • kitschy
  • lesser
  • lowbrow
  • masses
  • millions
  • mob
  • multitude
  • ordinary
  • peasantry
  • plebeians
  • plebs
  • popular
  • proletarians
  • proletariat
  • raffish
  • rough
  • tasteless
  • uncultivated
  • uncultured
  • unpolished
  • unrefined
  • vulgar

Meanings of elite

  • noun
    1. A special group or social class of people which have a superior intellectual, social or economic status as, the elite of society.
    2. Someone who is among the best at a certain task.
  • adjective
    1. Of high birth or social position; aristocratic or patrician.
    2. Representing the choicest or most select of a group.

Example Sentences

  • The elite athletes trained for years to compete at the international level.
  • She was accepted into the elite university after passing rigorous entrance exams.
  • The organization is made up of an elite group of professionals who are experts in their field.
  • The elite squad was sent on a special mission due to their advanced skills.
  • The elite team of researchers made a groundbreaking discovery in science.

On this page you'll find 47 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to elite, such as: aristocracy, average, best, better, bourgeoisie, coarse, commercial.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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  • top
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  • aristocracy
  • best
  • choice
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