brahminical

Relating to the Brahmin caste or its customs; often used to describe something as being characteristic of or pertaining to the highest social class in traditional Hindu society.

• 🇩🇪Die Brahmanen betreffend oder zu ihnen gehörend; oft auf etwas bezogen, das für die höchste soziale Kaste im traditionellen hinduistischen Gesellschaftssystem charakteristisch ist, auch im weiteren Sinne elitär oder exklusiv.

1. Relating to Brahmins C1 formal

   Of, relating to, or characteristic of a Brahmin, the highest priestly caste in Hinduism.

   • The brahminical traditions are deeply rooted in ancient scriptures.
   • He studied brahminical rituals and ceremonies.
   • The brahminical influence on Indian society has been profound.

   🇩🇪brahmanisch

   Synonyme: brahminic

2. Elitist or exclusive C2 formal

   Characteristic of a social or intellectual elite, often implying a sense of superiority or exclusivity.

   • The brahminical attitude of the committee alienated many members.
   • His brahminical approach to art criticism was not well received.
   • The organization's brahminical hierarchy discouraged new ideas.

   🇩🇪Elitär

   Synonyme: aristocraticcliquishelitistexclusivepatriciansnobbish

   Antonyme: accessibledemocraticegalitarianhumbleinclusiveopenunpretentious

• more brahminical comparative form
• most brahminical superlative form