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Elitism vs Professionalism - What's the difference?

elitism | professionalism |

As nouns the difference between elitism and professionalism

is that elitism is while professionalism is the status, methods, character or standards expected of a professional or of a professional organization, such as reliability, discretion, evenhandedness, and fair play.

elitism

English

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Noun

(wikipedia elitism) (-)
  • The belief that a society or system should be run by an elite.
  • The superior attitude or behaviour associated with an elite.

    • Related terms

    * elitist

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    professionalism

    English

    Noun

    (en-noun)
  • The status, methods, character or standards expected of a professional or of a professional organization, such as reliability, discretion, evenhandedness, and fair play.
  • The use of professionals rather than amateurs in any sport etc.