What is another word for in-crowd?
Pronunciation: [ɪnkɹˈa͡ʊd] (IPA) 
The term "in-crowd" refers to a select group of people who have a close-knit social circle and enjoy privileges or special treatment because of their membership in this group. Synonyms for "in-crowd" include the likes of "elite", "exclusive circle", "inner circle", "clique", "popular clique" or "in-group". Another popular slang term for the "in-crowd" is the "cool kids club" or "cool gang". These synonyms all convey a sense of exclusivity or social power that is associated with being part of a small and affluent group. While being part of the "in-crowd" may seem desirable, it can also reinforce social inequality and create divides between people who are not part of this select group.
