Kleptocratic

//klɛptə(ʊ)ˈkɹatɪk// adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Pertaining to a kleptocracy; characterised by rulers or leaders who are thieves.

    "Once the biggest company in Africa, Gecamines' production plunged during the kleptocratic dictatorship of President Mobutu Sese Seko (1965-97)."

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"Once the biggest company in Africa, Gecamines' production plunged during the kleptocratic dictatorship of President Mobutu Sese Seko (1965-97)."

Etymology

From klepto- + -cratic.

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