No. 2,046 in Dutch
elite
A select group seen as superior in terms of ability, qualities, or influence.
In a sentence
De elite van de samenleving heeft vaak meer toegang tot middelen.
The elite of society often has more access to resources.
Here 'elite' refers to a specific class or group of people distinguished by their status or power within society.
Hij streeft ernaar zich te voegen bij de elite van zijn vakgebied.
He strives to join the elite of his field.
In this sentence, 'elite' refers to the leading professionals or top performers in a specific domain or career area.
Ze noemt zichzelf een elite speler, maar haar prestaties zijn gemiddeld.
She calls herself an elite player, but her performance is average.
Here 'elite' indicates someone who considers themselves to be in the top echelon within a specific skill or activity, used ironically in the context.
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