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elite social

[ɪˈliːt ˈsoʊʃəl]
nounfemininepl: elites sociais
elite social
1. The upper echelon of society, comprising individuals of high social status, wealth, education, or influence
The elite social of the city gathered for the charity gala.
A elite social da cidade se reuniu para a gala beneficente.
2. A group of people considered superior by virtue of their privileged position in society
Members of the elite social have access to exclusive clubs and networks.
Os membros da elite social têm acesso a clubes e redes exclusivas.
NYC Slang
the one percent, the upper echelon, high society types
Synonyms
upper classhigh societyaristocracysocial upper crust
Antonyms
working classlower classcommon peoplemasses

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
elite social
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
elite social
Common in business and social contexts
Rio de Janeiro
elite carioca
Regional variation emphasizing Rio's elite
Portugal
elite social
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

move in elite circles
belong to the elite social
parte da elite social
círculos da elite
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