elitism
noun
elit·ism
i-ˈlē-ˌti-zəm 
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Though set in the 16th century, the series’ bleak observations about elitism, integrity, and the consequences when flawed people wield absolute power feel remarkably timely.
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Judy Berman, Time, 3 June 2025
And because of that, much of the online debate surrounding the statue has sparked conversation rooted in misogynoir, elitism, fatphobia and just plain hate.
—Taryn Finley, Refinery29, 14 May 2025
The stakes of these discussions—which have involved charges of Eurocentrism, head-in-the-sand elitism, even white supremacy—have at times felt existential, given many institutions’ financial straits.
—Matthew Aucoin, The Atlantic, 15 Apr. 2025
Acosta, who has been one of the most pointed critics of media elitism in the current moment, on Friday posted that the WHCD should be stopped during these Trumpian times.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 27 Apr. 2025
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Judy Berman, Time, 3 June 2025
And because of that, much of the online debate surrounding the statue has sparked conversation rooted in misogynoir, elitism, fatphobia and just plain hate.
—Taryn Finley, Refinery29, 14 May 2025
The stakes of these discussions—which have involved charges of Eurocentrism, head-in-the-sand elitism, even white supremacy—have at times felt existential, given many institutions’ financial straits.
—Matthew Aucoin, The Atlantic, 15 Apr. 2025
Acosta, who has been one of the most pointed critics of media elitism in the current moment, on Friday posted that the WHCD should be stopped during these Trumpian times.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 27 Apr. 2025
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“Elitism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elitism. Accessed 28 Jun. 2025.
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