Definition of "kleptocracy" []

• A government characterized by rampant greed and corruption. (noun)

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• "COOPER: His reign of corruption would last three decades, spawning the term kleptocracy, rule by thieves."
• "ANDERSON: His reign of corruption would last three decades, spawning the term kleptocracy, rule by thieves."
• "Many Malaysians now use the word "kleptocracy" to describe their ruling class."