mon·eyed

[muhn-eed]
adjective
1.
having much money; wealthy.
2.
of or pertaining to the wealthy: moneyed interests.

Origin:
1425–75; late Middle English; see money, -ed3


1. rich, affluent, prosperous.
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moneyed or monied (ˈmʌnɪd) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
adj
1.  having a great deal of money; rich
2.  arising from or characterized by money
 
monied or monied
 
adj

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Moneyed is always a great word to know.
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a chattering or flighty, light-headed person.
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Example sentences
Today they are recognised as an influential, moneyed elite.
My position as regards the moneyed interests can be put in a few words.
To its lasting credit, the administration has taken on powerful moneyed
  interests and succeeded.
And even amid a popular revolt this year against the moneyed interests they
  represent, they delivered huge returns.
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