tɪz noun
1.
practice of or belief in rule by an elite.
2.
consciousness of or pride in belonging to a select or favored group.
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elitism (ɪˈliːtɪzəm, eɪ-) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | a. the belief that society should be governed by a select group of gifted and highly educated individuals |
| b. such government | |
| 2. | pride in or awareness of being one of an elite group |
| e'litist | |
| —adj, —n | |
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Elitism
is always a great word to know.
So is zedonk. Does it mean:
| the offspring of a zebra and a donkey. |
| a chattering or flighty, light-headed person. |
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