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When did being labeled an "elitist" become such a bad thing?

When debating someone yesterday, I got called an elitist because I used big words and stuff. The odd thing about the comment was the fact it was meant to be an insult. I've heard many conservatives refer to President Obama in such a manner over the years. My question is, when did being labeled an elitist  become such a bad thing?

Here's the definition of the term:

"(of a person or class of persons) considered superior by others or by themselves, as in intellect, talent, power, wealth, or position in society."

So, once again, why is it now an insult to call someone an elitist? If we use the before definition, this is how the insult comes across: "I hate you! Other people consider your intellect so superior! Yeah, take that!"

Imagine how ridiculous we'd sound if we used other at least somewhat complimentary terms as insults. Here are a few examples:

- "Oh yeah?!? You think that, do ya?!? Well, fine then, but at least I'm not beautiful like some people I know!"

- "Ooh, tough words from a tough man. But seriously, you are very tough. That's what everyone thinks! So take that!!!"

- "No offense, but like you're way too, eh, funny. I'm just sayin'..."

- "If I was ever as smart as you, I'd be rich, but not as rich as you! How does that feel?!? Huh?!? Huh?!? Huh?!?"

- "Is that all you got?!? Well, get this, my girlfriend said if I was as nice as you, I'd get laid more often! Loser!"

http://www.dictionary.com/browse/elitist
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