Meaning of Democracy
In simple words: A system of government where people choose their leaders and have a say in decisions.
Democracy in a sentence
- parliamentary democracy
- the principles of democracy
- a pro-democracy demonstration in the capital
- the need to overcome political apathy and advance on the road to democracy
- Western democracies
- I thought we were supposed to be living in a democracy.
- The country is a multiparty democracy.
- the fight for justice and democracy
- people who believe in true democracy
How to use Democracy
Used in discussions about governments, politics, and civic rights. It can refer to the system itself or democratic processes. Avoid using in casual conversations about non-political topics.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Imagine a 'demo' showcase where everyone gets a 'crazy' idea — representing people's voice in decisions!
Related words
Collocations with Democracy
- genuine
- real
- true
- believe in
- promote
- support
- in a/the democracy
- the road to democracy
- the spread of democracy
- genuine
- real
- true
- believe in
- promote
- support
- in a/the democracy
- the road to democracy
- the spread of democracy
- genuine
- real
- true
- believe in
- promote
- support
- in a/the democracy
- the road to democracy
- the spread of democracy
Synonyms for Democracy
- republic
- self-government
- popular rule
Opposites of Democracy
- autocracy
- dictatorship
Common mistakes with Democracy
- Confused with 'democratic', which describes something that relates to democracy.
- Using it in contexts unrelated to government, like social groups or organizations.
- Mispronouncing it as 'dee-moc-kracy' instead of 'deh-moc-ruh-see'.
Democracy appears in
Democracy in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ديمقراطية
نظام حكم يختار فيه الناس قادتهم ولهم رأي في القرارات.
- Bengaliবাংলা
গণতন্ত্র
এমন একটি শাসন ব্যবস্থা যেখানে জনগণ তাদের নেতাদের বেছে নেয় এবং সিদ্ধান্ত গ্রহণে তাদের মতামত থাকে।
- GermanDeutsch
Demokratie
Ein Regierungssystem, bei dem die Leute ihre Anführer wählen und bei Entscheidungen mitreden können.
- SpanishEspañol
Democracia
Un sistema de gobierno donde la gente elige a sus líderes y tiene voz en las decisiones.
- Persianفارسی
دموکراسی
یه جور حکومت که مردم رهبرانشون رو انتخاب میکنن و تو تصمیمگیریها نظر میدن.
- FrenchFrançais
Démocratie
Un système où les gens choisissent leurs dirigeants et ont leur mot à dire dans les décisions.
- Hindiहिन्दी
लोकतंत्र
एक ऐसी सरकार जहाँ लोग अपने नेताओं को चुनते हैं और फैसलों में उनकी भागीदारी होती है।
- ItalianItaliano
Democrazia
Un sistema di governo in cui le persone scelgono i propri leader e hanno voce in capitolo nelle decisioni.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Democracia
Um sistema de governo onde as pessoas escolhem seus líderes e têm voz nas decisões.
- RussianРусский
Демократия
Система правления, где люди выбирают своих лидеров и участвуют в принятии решений.
- Urduاردو
جمہوریت
ایک ایسا حکومتی نظام جہاں لوگ اپنے رہنماؤں کا انتخاب کرتے ہیں اور فیصلوں میں حصہ لیتے ہیں۔
- Chinese中文
民主
一种政府制度,人民可以选出自己的领导人,并在决策中拥有发言权。
More words like Democracy
- Republic
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the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Democracy
What does Democracy mean?
A system of government where people choose their leaders and have a say in decisions.
What is the definition of Democracy?
a system of government in which the people of a country can vote to elect their representatives
How do you use Democracy in a sentence?
parliamentary democracy
Can you give another example of Democracy?
the principles of democracy
What are synonyms for Democracy?
Common alternatives include republic, self-government, popular rule.
What is the opposite of Democracy?
Opposite meanings include autocracy, dictatorship.
What words go with Democracy?
It commonly pairs with genuine, real, true, believe in, promote, support, in a/the democracy, the road to democracy, the spread of democracy, genuine, real, true, believe in, promote, support, in a/the democracy, the road to democracy, the spread of democracy, genuine, real, true, believe in, promote, support, in a/the democracy, the road to democracy, the spread of democracy.
What are common mistakes when using Democracy?
Confused with 'democratic', which describes something that relates to democracy. Using it in contexts unrelated to government, like social groups or organizations. Mispronouncing it as 'dee-moc-kracy' instead of 'deh-moc-ruh-see'.
How do you pronounce Democracy?
US: /["/dɪˈmɑːkrəsi/"]/, UK: /["/dɪˈmɒkrəsi/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Democracy?
Used in discussions about governments, politics, and civic rights. It can refer to the system itself or democratic processes. Avoid using in casual conversations about non-political topics.
What CEFR level is Democracy?
"Democracy" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.


