democracy

Definition

  • n. the political orientation of those who favor government by the people or by their elected representatives
  • n. a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them

Word forms

Plural
democracies

Example sentences

  1. n.

    In a democracy, citizens have the right to vote and express their opinions freely.

  2. n.

    The country has established a democracy that ensures fair elections and equal rights for all.