riotocracy

/raɪəˈtɒkrəsi/

Definitions

1. noun

A form of government or society in which the power is held by a small group of wealthy and influential individuals who use their wealth and influence to maintain their power and privilege, often through violent or coercive means.

“The city’s riotocracy was known for its corruption and abuse of power.”

Synonyms

  • plutocracy
  • oligarchy

Antonyms

  • democracy
  • egalitarianism