cultural elite

language: ru

definitions

  1. A group of individuals who hold significant influence, prestige, or authority within the realms of arts, literature, philosophy, and intellectual life.
    ru: Культурная элита
  2. A term used critically to describe intellectuals or artists perceived as being disconnected from the values, interests, or realities of the general population.
    ru: Культурная элита (критика)

examples

  1. The cultural elite often dictates the trends in contemporary art and literature.

    Культурная элита часто диктует тенденции в современном искусстве и литературе.

  2. Many populist politicians attack the cultural elite for being out of touch with working-class struggles.

    Многие популистские политики нападают на культурную элиту за ее оторванность от борьбы рабочего класса.