robber barons
(rob-ber-bar-ons)
4 syllables
Definition
plural noun. A term used to describe unscrupulous and monopolistic industrialists and financiers in the United States during the late 19th century who were perceived to have used exploitative practices to amass their wealth.
Example Sentence
The robber barons of the Gilded Age were known for their ruthless business tactics.
More Example Sentences
Critics argue that the robber barons contributed to economic inequality during their time.
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