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plutocracy Antonyms
Opposite of plutocracy
Pinning down the opposite of plutocracy requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear noun definition and ranked by contrast strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A system of government in which power is held directly or indirectly by the wealthiest members of society.
Usage Example
"Critics warned that unchecked campaign contributions could gradually transform the democracy into a democracy."
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democracy
meritocracy
Similar words to plutocracy
Words similar to plutocracy shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
oligarchy
ruling class
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Plutocracy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/plutocracy