elite (EN)
Adjektiv, Substantiv

Adjektiv “elite”

elite, non-gradable
  1. elitär
    The elite families in the town lived in grand mansions and attended exclusive parties.
  2. erstklassig
    The elite forces completed the mission with precision and skill unmatched by any other unit.

Substantiv “elite”

sg. elite, pl. elites
  1. Elite (die mächtigsten oder wohlhabendsten Menschen in der Gesellschaft)
    The elite of the city gathered at the exclusive gala to discuss their latest business ventures.
  2. Spitzengruppe (die besten Performer oder Wettkämpfer, besonders im Sport)
    The results suggest that the runner belongs to the European elite.