ScienceJuly 10, 2026

oligarch

/ˈɒl.ɪ.ɡɑːrk/

Definition

A very wealthy and influential business person who wields significant power over government and the economy.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word 'oligarkhēs,' meaning 'ruling by a few.' It combines 'oligos' (few) and 'arkhein' (to rule) to describe a system or individual associated with concentrated power.

In the news

In this article, the term is used to describe powerful elites whose immense wealth allows them to influence democracy and public policy for their own gain. It serves to highlight the perceived conflict between corporate-backed interests and the common good.

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