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ochlocracy

/ɒkləˈkrəsi/ noun · British & US
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What does ochlocracy mean?

noun

A state of government by the mob or a condition of lawlessness and disorder due to mob rule. A form of government in which the power is in the hands of the mob or the masses.

Example

"The city descended into ochlocracy after the riot, with looters and vandals running amok."

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