favoredcircle

noun
UK /ˈfeɪ.vəd ˈsɜː.kəl/
US /ˈfeɪ.vɚd ˈsɝː.kəl/

A favored circle is a group of people who get special help or attention.

The new student was happy to join the favored circle of friends at lunch.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A group that a leader likes and trusts more than others.

Only the favored circle was invited to the secret meeting.

3. A ring of people who receive extra kindness or gifts.

The queen's favored circle received beautiful presents each year.

4. A small set of people who are picked first for fun activities.

Being in the favored circle meant he was always chosen for the game.