Republicanism

Pronunciation: /rɪˈpʌblɪkəˌnɪzəm/

Republicanism (noun)

  1. A political belief that a country should be run by elected representatives, not by a single ruler for life.
  2. A belief that citizens should act responsibly and put public good first, to keep a republic strong.
  3. A political view that opposes rule by kings or emperors and supports government without hereditary power.

Examples

  • Republicanism supports rule by elected people.
  • The party argues for republicanism as rule by elected people.