democratic
Meaning: Relating to democracy or government by the people; fair and equal
Democratic describes systems of government where citizens vote and have rights, or more broadly, any fair process where everyone has equal say. It contrasts with authoritarian or dictatorial systems. In the US, 'Democratic' with a capital D refers specifically to the Democratic Party. 'Democracy' is the noun form.
Examples
- The country held its first democratic elections last year. 该国去年举行了首次民主选举。El país celebró sus primeras elecciones democráticas el año pasado.その国は昨年初めての民主的な選挙を行いました。그 나라는 지난해 첫 민주적 선거를 실시했습니다.
- We'll make the decision in a democratic way—everyone gets a vote. 我们将以民主方式做出决定——每个人都有投票权。Tomaremos la decisión de manera democrática: todos tienen un voto.民主的な方法で決定します—全員に投票権があります。민주적인 방식으로 결정하겠습니다—모든 사람에게 투표권이 있습니다.
- The movement fought for democratic freedoms. 这场运动为争取民主自由而奋斗。El movimiento luchó por las libertades democráticas.その運動は民主的な自由のために戦いました。그 운동은 민주적 자유를 위해 싸웠습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From French 'démocratique', from Medieval Latin 'democraticus', from Greek 'demokratikos' meaning 'of or for democracy', from 'demokratia' (popular government), from 'demos' (people) + 'kratos' (rule, strength).
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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