plutocracy
/pluːˈtɒkrəsi/
government by the wealthy; a ruling wealthy class
plutocracy in a sentence
“Some argue democracy has devolved into plutocracy.”
Origin of plutocracy
Greek ploutokratia from ploutos (wealth) + kratos (power, rule)
Related Words
meritocracy
government or holding of power by people selected based on ability
despotism
the exercise of absolute power, especially cruelly
tyranny
cruel and oppressive government or rule
subjugation
the action of bringing under domination or control
domination
the exercise of control or influence over others
supremacy
the state of being supreme; highest authority