Can this community stop abusing the word "Elitist" and instead use what they're actually talking about: Arrogance. I just read through the first few pages and facepalmed.
e·lit·ism [ih-lee-tiz-uhm, ey-lee-]
noun
1.
practice of or belief in rule by an elite.
2.
consciousness of or pride in belonging to a select or favored group.
As an Elitist I am actually pretty bothered by how much this community completely misconstrues Elitism.
Or from the wiki article:
"Elitism is the belief or attitude that some individuals, who form an elite a select group of people with intellect, wealth, specialized training or experience, or other distinctive attributes are those whose views on a matter are to be taken the most seriously or carry the most weight; whose views and/or actions are most likely to be constructive to society as a whole; or whose extraordinary skills, abilities or wisdom render them especially fit to govern."
Elitism does not even imply arrogance, though they are often found together. What it DOES imply, is credibility.
Much appreciated.
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