coterie

/kɒˈtɪəri/

Definitions

1. noun

A small group of people with a particular interest or activity, especially one that is fashionable or influential.

“The coterie of artists in the city were known for their avant-garde style.”

2. noun

A clique or group of people who share similar tastes or interests, often in a way that is seen as exclusive or snobbish.

“The wealthy socialite was part of a coterie that only associated with the most elite members of society.”

Synonyms

  • clique
  • circle
  • set

Antonyms

  • loner
  • outsider
  • stranger