oligarchy
/ˈɒlɪˌɡɑːki/noun
High School
1
A government run by and for only a few, often the aristocracy, the wealthy, or their friends and associates.
2
A state ruled by such a government.
3
Those who make up an oligarchic government.
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing