Definitions

1. noun

a small group of people considered to be the best in a particular activity or field

“The tennis club has an elite team that competes in international tournaments.”

2. adjective

excellent or of the highest quality

“She’s an elite athlete with impressive running times.”

3. adjective

belonging to a select group of people who have a particular skill or qualification

“The medical school is highly competitive and only accepts elite students.”

4. noun

a group of people who are considered to be the best in a particular activity or field, especially in a way that is considered unfair or arrogant

“The company’s elite team got preferential treatment in the merger.”