B1adjectivepolitics
US/ˌdem.əˈkræt.ɪk/
UK/ˌdem.əˈkræt.ɪk/
based on a system where people vote to choose their government; also giving everyone equal rights
In context
In a democratic country, citizens can vote for their leaders.
The club makes decisions in a democratic way, with everyone voting.
Free newspapers are an important part of democratic society.
Words that go with democratic
adjective + noun
- democratic processVoting is the heart of the democratic process.
- democratic societyFree speech matters in a democratic society.
- democratic governmentThe country moved to a democratic government in the 1990s.
- democratic systemEvery democratic system has its weaknesses.
- democratic rightsCitizens must protect their democratic rights.