Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the nearest meaning to the word in bold.

He once was a poor farmer but after winning the lottery he shows himself to be an elitist.

  1. businessman

  2. industrialist

  3. landlord

  4. belonging to rich class
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D Correct answer
Explanation

An elitist is someone who believes that a society should be led by an elite group, or someone who belongs to a privileged/elite group and considers themselves superior. After winning the lottery and becoming wealthy, the person shows elitist behavior by believing they belong to a superior class. 'Belonging to rich class' captures this meaning best.

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