🇰🇷Korean Source WordCode: KO

엘리트

Pronunciation / Transliteration: el-liteu

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Elite/ɪˈliːt/
nounadjectiveCEFR C1 (Advanced)Top #1500 frequency
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🇰🇷 Example Sentence in Korean:

"도시의 엘리트들이 모여 회의를 했다."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A group of people considered to be the best in a particular society or category.

    "The elite of the city gathered for the annual gala."
As adjective
  1. 1

    Representing the best or most skilled members of a group.

    "She attended an elite university known for its rigorous academic standards."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'elite' originates from the Latin word 'eligere', meaning 'to choose'. It entered the English language in the late 19th century, evolving to denote a select group of individuals who are considered superior in terms of ability, quality, or status.

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