Plutocrat: meaning, definitions and examples
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plutocrat
[ ˈpluː.tə.kræt ]
wealthy ruling class
A plutocrat is a member of a wealthy ruling class or a group that exercises power through its wealth. Plutocrats often have a significant influence on government policies and decisions.
Synonyms
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| plutocrat |
Plutocrat is used to describe someone who has significant power or influence due to their wealth. It often carries a negative connotation, implying that the person may use their wealth to exert undue influence or control.
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| oligarch |
Oligarch refers to a member of a small group that holds a significant amount of power in a country, typically based on their wealth. It often has a negative connotation, suggesting corruption and abuse of power.
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| tycoon |
Tycoon is used to describe a wealthy and powerful businessperson, especially one who has accumulated their wealth and influence through hard work and skill. This term generally has a positive or neutral connotation.
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| magnate |
Magnate is a term often used for someone who is very successful and influential in a particular industry, such as media, oil, or real estate. It carries a more neutral or even positive connotation compared to plutocrat.
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Examples of usage
- The country was controlled by a small group of powerful plutocrats.
- Plutocrats are often criticized for their disproportionate influence on politics.
Translations
Translations of the word "plutocrat" in other languages:
🇵🇹 plutocrata
🇮🇳 धनिकतंत्री
🇩🇪 Plutokrat
🇮🇩 plutokrat
🇺🇦 плутократ
🇵🇱 plutokrata
🇯🇵 富豪政治家
🇫🇷 ploutocrate
🇪🇸 plutócrata
🇹🇷 plütokrat
🇰🇷 금권 정치가
🇸🇦 بلوتوقراطي
🇨🇿 plutokrat
🇸🇰 plutokrat
🇨🇳 财阀
🇸🇮 plutokrat
🇮🇸 ríkistjórnarmaður
🇰🇿 плутократ
🇬🇪 პლუტოკრატი
🇦🇿 plütokrat
🇲🇽 plutócrata
Etymology
The term 'plutocrat' originated from the Greek words 'ploutos' meaning wealth and 'kratos' meaning rule. It first appeared in English in the late 19th century to describe individuals who wielded power and influence due to their immense wealth. Plutocracy, the system where the wealthy class rules, has been a topic of debate throughout history.
See also: Pluto.