elite

S2 W2

BrE /ɪˈliːt/ AmE /ɪˈlit/

noun / adjective en → es

1 GROUP [singular] B2

the group of people who have the most power or influence in a society, organization, etc.

élite, grupo de poder

Collocations elite group · elite class

  • The elite control the country's wealth and resources.

    La élite controla la riqueza y los recursos del país.

2 PERSON [singular] B2

a person who is part of a group that has the most power or influence in a society, organization, etc.

miembro de la élite

Collocations elite member · elite individual

  • She is an elite member of the business community.

    Ella es un miembro de élite de la comunidad empresarial.

3 QUALITY [adjective] B2

having a very high standard or level; being among the best of its kind.

de calidad superior, excelente

Collocations elite performance · elite quality

  • The team put on an elite performance.

    El equipo presentó un rendimiento de calidad superior.