elitism
noun
elit·ism
i-ˈlē-ˌti-zəm 
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Such rhetoric reflects a globalist, liberal elitism that masquerades as support for democratic ideals.
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Robert C. O’Brien, Foreign Affairs, 18 June 2024
One fear is that this type of criticism might smack of elitism.
—Laurent Dubreuil, Harper's Magazine, 22 May 2024
Tom Wolfe novel of the same name that examines race, elitism, and politics in late-’90s Atlanta.
—Jen Chaney, Vulture, 3 May 2024
Real equality, as opposed to elitism, trusts ordinary citizens.
—Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 9 Jan. 2024
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Robert C. O’Brien, Foreign Affairs, 18 June 2024
One fear is that this type of criticism might smack of elitism.
—Laurent Dubreuil, Harper's Magazine, 22 May 2024
Tom Wolfe novel of the same name that examines race, elitism, and politics in late-’90s Atlanta.
—Jen Chaney, Vulture, 3 May 2024
Real equality, as opposed to elitism, trusts ordinary citizens.
—Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 9 Jan. 2024
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“Elitism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elitism. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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