Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

plutocrat

noun

/ˈpluːtəˌkræt/

Definition

A person who is extremely wealthy and uses their wealth to influence or control government and society.

Examples

In ancient Rome, the plutocrats held immense power over the political landscape.
She accused the plutocrats of manipulating laws to favor their business interests.
The meeting was dominated by a few plutocrats who had the most financial stake in the project.

Meaning

Plutocrats are individuals who have significant financial power and often play a major role in political and economic decision-making due to their wealth.