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concentrated wealth

[/ˈkɑːnsəntreɪtɪd welθ/]
noun
riqueza concentrada
1. Wealth that is accumulated and controlled by a small number of individuals, groups, or entities rather than being distributed widely across a population
The concentrated wealth of the billionaire class has raised concerns about economic inequality.
A riqueza concentrada da classe bilionária gerou preocupações sobre a desigualdade econômica.
2. The condition where a disproportionate share of financial resources, assets, and capital is held by a minority
Concentrated wealth often leads to political influence and power imbalances in society.
A riqueza concentrada frequentemente leva à influência política e desequilíbrios de poder na sociedade.
NYC Slang
money in the wrong hands / top 1% hoarding
Synonyms
wealth concentrationconcentrated capitalwealth inequalityaccumulated wealth
Antonyms
distributed wealthwealth equalityequitable distributiondispersed wealth

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
riqueza concentrada
Standard usage in economic and social discussions
São Paulo
riqueza concentrada / concentração de riqueza
Both forms commonly used in business and academic contexts
Portugal
riqueza concentrada / acumulação de riqueza
Commonly used in European economic discourse

Related Idioms & Phrases

the rich get richer
wealth gap
economic disparity
concentration of power and wealth
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