camarilla

/kəmɑˈriːjə/

Definitions

1. noun

A small group of people who make decisions for a larger group, especially in a government or organization.

“The president’s camarilla advised him to make a deal with the opposition party.”

2. noun

A group of people who surround and influence a ruler, leader, or powerful person.

“The monarch’s camarilla often manipulated him into making unpopular decisions.”

Synonyms

  • clique
  • faction
  • inner circle

Antonyms

  • democracy
  • open government