elite groups

[ɪˈliːt ɡruːps]
nounpl: elite groups
grupos de elite
1. Small groups of people with the highest status, power, or ability within a society, organization, or field
The elite groups in the tech industry control most of the market share.
Os grupos de elite na indústria de tecnologia controlam a maioria da participação de mercado.
2. Select assemblies or organizations composed of individuals chosen for exceptional skills, achievements, or social standing
Elite groups from various countries participated in the international competition.
Grupos de elite de vários países participaram da competição internacional.
3. Upper echelon circles within institutions, governments, or professions that hold disproportionate influence
Elite groups within the financial sector have significant influence on policy decisions.
Grupos de elite dentro do setor financeiro exercem influência significativa nas decisões políticas.
In Brazilian culture, 'grupos de elite' often refers to historically privileged families and business circles, particularly in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, where economic power is concentrated. The term carries sociological weight in discussions about inequality and social mobility. In the USA, 'elite groups' frequently appears in political discourse about power structures and meritocracy debates.
NYC Slang
top dogs, big shots, the one percent, movers and shakers
Synonyms / Sinônimos
upper classaristocracyestablishmenthigh societypower brokersprivileged classes
Antonyms / Antônimos
common peoplemasseslower classesworking classgrassroots

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
grupos de elite
Standard term used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
grupos de elite / elite carioca
May reference local elite circles; 'carioca' refers to Rio natives
São Paulo
grupos de elite / elite paulista
Often used in business and financial contexts; 'paulista' refers to São Paulo
Portugal
grupos de elite / elites
Portuguese often uses singular 'elites' for collective reference

Related Words

elitearistocraticprivilegedexclusiveleadershiphierarchysocial stratification

Related Idioms & Phrases

the upper crust
the cream of the crop
the tip of the iceberg
the inner circle
the top tier
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