oligarchic
/ˌɑlɪˈɡɑrkɪk/
adjective
- Relating to a form of government in which a small group of people holds most of the power.
- The country's oligarchic system meant that only a few wealthy families made all the decisions.
- The historian described the ancient city-state as having an oligarchic structure.
- Many citizens protested against the oligarchic control of the government.
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