elitism
noun
elit·ism
i-ˈlē-ˌti-zəm 
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However, elitism rears its head.
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Meagan Jordan, Rolling Stone, 17 Aug. 2025
Higher education stands at a defining crossroads, facing critiques over exorbitant costs, questionable outcomes, and entrenched elitism.
—Scott Pulsipher, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Though set in the 16th century, the series’ bleak observations about elitism, integrity, and the consequences when flawed people wield absolute power feel remarkably timely.
—Judy Berman, Time, 3 June 2025
And because of that, much of the online debate surrounding the statue has sparked conversation rooted in misogynoir, elitism, fatphobia and just plain hate.
—Taryn Finley, Refinery29, 14 May 2025
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Meagan Jordan, Rolling Stone, 17 Aug. 2025
Higher education stands at a defining crossroads, facing critiques over exorbitant costs, questionable outcomes, and entrenched elitism.
—Scott Pulsipher, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Though set in the 16th century, the series’ bleak observations about elitism, integrity, and the consequences when flawed people wield absolute power feel remarkably timely.
—Judy Berman, Time, 3 June 2025
And because of that, much of the online debate surrounding the statue has sparked conversation rooted in misogynoir, elitism, fatphobia and just plain hate.
—Taryn Finley, Refinery29, 14 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for elitism
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“Elitism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elitism. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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