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    dem·o·crat·ic
    /ˌdeməˈkradik/

    adjective

    • 1. relating to or supporting democracy or its principles: "democratic reforms"
    • 2. relating to the Democratic Party: "a Democratic fundraiser"

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  2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › democraticDemocratic Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of DEMOCRATIC is of, relating to, or favoring democracy. How to use democratic in a sentence.

  3. www.britannica.com › topic › democracyDemocracy | Definition, History, Meaning, Types, Examples, &...

    Jun 28, 2024 · Democracy is a system of government in which power is vested in the people and exercised by them directly or through freely elected representatives. The term is derived from the Greek ‘demokratia,’ which was coined in the 5th century BCE to denote the political systems of some Greek city-states, notably Athens.

  4. www.dictionary.com › browse › democraticDEMOCRATIC Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    pertaining to or of the nature of democracy or a democracy. pertaining to or characterized by the principle of political or social equality for all: democratic treatment. advocating or upholding democracy. (initial capital letter) Politics. of, relating to, or characteristic of the Democratic Party.

  5. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › democracyDemocracy Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of DEMOCRACY is government by the people; especially : rule of the majority. How to use democracy in a sentence. Frequently Asked Questions About democracy.

  6. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishDEMOCRATIC | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    adjective. us / ˌdem·əˈkræt̬·ɪk / Add to word list. politics & government. using the principles of democracy in elections and government: That country has never had a democratic election (= an election in which all adults can vote). Australia is a democratic country.

  7. www.britannica.com › question › What-is-democracyWhat is democracy? | Britannica

    Democracy is a system of government in which laws, policies, leadership, and major undertakings of a state or other polity are dire.

  8. www.dictionary.com › browse › democracyDEMOCRACY Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    Democracy definition: government by the people; a form of government in which the supreme power is vested in the people and exercised directly by them or by their elected agents under a free electoral system.. See examples of DEMOCRACY used in a sentence.

  9. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishDEMOCRACY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    a situation, system, or organization in which everyone has equal rights and opportunities, and can help make decisions: corporate democracy. shareholder democracy. [ U ] POLITICS.

  10. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryDEMOCRATIC | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    adjective. us / ˌdem.əˈkræt̬.ɪk / uk / ˌdem.əˈkræt.ɪk / Add to word list. B2. based on the principles of democracy: We must accept the results of a democratic election (= an election in which all people can vote). Do you think Australia is a more democratic country than Britain? Fewer examples.

  11. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishDEMOCRATIC definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    A democratic country, organization, or system is governed by representatives who are elected by the people. ...the first democratic elections in the country. American English : democratic / dɛməˈkrætɪk /