democracy
English meaning: Democracy
English Definition
(English)Democracy (from Greek: demos = people, kratos = power) is a form of government where citizens have an equal say in decisions. It encompasses not just elections but also freedoms of speech, press, and assembly, and protection of minority rights.
English Definition
A system of government in which power is vested in the people, who exercise it directly or through freely elected representatives. It is characterised by free elections, rule of law, and protection of civil liberties.
Example
“India is the world's largest democracy, with over 900 million eligible voters participating in general elections.”
In English: “India is the world's largest democracy.”
Synonyms
- republic
- popular government
- self-governance
Antonyms / Opposites
- autocracy
- dictatorship
- tyranny
Literary Heritage
“O, it is excellent to have a giant's strength; but it is tyrannous to use it like a giant.”
“O, it is excellent to have a giant's strength; but it is tyrannous to use it like a giant.”
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- English
- English
- Script
- Latin
- Family
- Indo-European
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