democracy

noun

Stress: second syllable

Syllables: de-moc-ra-cy (4)

English Definition

A system of government by the whole population, typically through elected representatives.

Example Sentence

We believe in a strong democracy.

US IPA /dɪˈmɑːkrəsi/

UK IPA /dɪˈmɒkrəsi/

republic self-government equality autonomy

dictatorship autocracy tyranny