Democracy

/dɪmˈɒkɹəsi/

/dɪˈmɑkɹəsi/

Democracy

a system of government based on the vote of the public who choose their representatives periodically by free election

a country controlled by elected representatives chosen by the people, following principles of political equality and protection of individual rights

the political doctrine that believes in the rule of the majority of the people

Example

Liberal democracies uphold principles of free speech, freedom of religion, and the rule of law.

Democracy is foundationally rooted in the principles of equality, justice, and individual freedoms.

Democracy is inherently built on the principles of equality and individual rights.

The politician frequently equates freedom with democracy in his speeches.

He is pro democracy.

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