🏛️oligarchy

noun
/ˈɑːlɪˌɡɑːrki/

Meaning

A small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution.

Example Sentences

The nation was ruled by a wealthy oligarchy that controlled all resources.

Synonyms

elite rule, junta, plutocracy, ruling class

Antonyms

democracy, republic

Collocations

wealthy oligarchy, political oligarchy, ruling oligarchy, oligarchy system

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