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oligarchy

noun

/ˈɑːlɪˌɡɑːrki/

Meaning

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

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

elite rule, junta, plutocracy, ruling class

democracy, republic

wealthy oligarchy, political oligarchy, ruling oligarchy, oligarchy system

a particular way of thinking; mindset or outlook

the ability, right, or permission to approach, enter, or pass to and from a place

An entrance hall or lobby in a building.

A period of time during which a person refrains from using electronic devices such as smartphones or...

an economic theory that land and its natural products are the source of wealth

courageous behavior or character; the quality of being brave