elite
/eɪˈli:t; ɪ`lit/ n[CGp]
(often derog 常作贬义) social group considered to be the best or most important because of their power, talent, wealth, etc （由於有权力、 才能、 财富等）被视为最好的或最重要的社会集团; 精英; 尖子
the ruling, scientific elite 掌权的、 科学方面的精英
[attrib 作定语]
an elite force, regiment 精锐部队、 团.