Plutocrat Meaning
/plˈutəˌkræt/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounSomeone who rules by virtue of his or her wealth.
Sentence Examples
He's an old plutocrat.
The plutocrat is a person whose power comes from their wealth.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The wealthy ____ used his money and influence to control government policies and elections.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ used his vast fortune to influence politicians and shape government policy in his favor.
Word Origin & History
From pluto- + -crat, after plutocracy, from Ancient Greek πλοῦτος (ploûtos, “wealth, riches”) + κράτος (krátos, “power, might”).
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The wealthy ____ used his money and influence to control government policies and elections.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ used his vast fortune to influence politicians and shape government policy in his favor.