Plutocratical refers to a society or government that is ruled by the wealthy or elite class. Synonyms for plutocratical include oligarchical, aristocratic, elitist, exclusive, privileged and snobbish. These terms all suggest a system of hierarchy based on wealth or social status. Oligarchical emphasizes rule by a small group, while aristocratic implies a hereditary class of wealthy individuals. Elitist and exclusive suggest a sense of superiority and exclusion of those who do not meet certain criteria. Privileged emphasizes the advantages and benefits of the wealthy class. Using these synonyms can add nuance and variety to descriptions of political systems and social structures.