chumocracy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A form of oligarchy: government characterised by nepotism and the frequent appointment to public office of friends or those of similar social background to those in power.

Word forms

chumocracy chumocracies

Etymology

From chum + -ocracy.

Related words

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