democracy
Translation
democracy
Examples
Ancient Greece is the birthplace of democracy.
Ancient Greece is the birthplace of democracy.
The country is now a stable democracy.
The country is now a stable democracy.
Grammar Patterns
((democracy)) a system of government (uncountable) Democracy is a system of government.
a ((democracy)) a country with a democratic system (countable) The country is a stable democracy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: republic, self-government; Antonyms: autocracy, dictatorship, tyranny
Etymology
From Greek 'dēmokratia', from 'dēmos' (the people) + 'kratos' (power, rule), meaning 'rule by the people'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'demo' (people, as in 'demographic') + 'cracy' (rule, as in 'aristocracy').