Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

oligarquia

noun

/ɒlɪˈɡɑːrkɪ/

Definition

Oligarchy refers to a form of power structure in which power resides in the hands of a small number of people.

Examples

In ancient Greece, various city-states operated under an oligarchy, limiting political rights to a select group of citizens.
The modern oligarchy often influences government decisions without holding official power.

Meaning

The term ‘oligarquia’ denotes a political system governed by a few individuals or a specific class, often characterized by the concentration of power.