Democracy

Pronunciation: /dɪˈmɑkrəsi/

Democracy (noun)

  1. A system where people vote to choose their leaders and make decisions.
  2. A belief that everyone should have equal rights and a voice in decision-making.

Examples

  • A democracy allows citizens to participate in decision-making.
  • In a democracy, the people's voice is essential for governance.

Common collocations: establish a democracy, defend democracy, promote democracy, support people's rule, respect people's rights

Synonyms of Democracy

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Democracy

  • — a system of government by one person with absolute power
  • — a form of power structure in which power resides in the hands of a small number of people