oligarchy
Translation
oligarchy
Examples
The country was ruled by a wealthy oligarchy.
The country was ruled by a wealthy oligarchy.
Critics say the nation is becoming an oligarchy.
Critics say the nation is becoming an oligarchy.
Grammar Patterns
an oligarchy a form of government run by a small number of people The country is run by an oligarchy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: autocracy, plutocracy; Antonyms: democracy
Etymology
From Greek 'oligarkhia', from 'oligos' (few) + 'arkhein' (to rule).
Memory Tips
The prefix 'oligo-' means 'few'. So it's rule by the few.