July 23, 2026 Word of the Day

democratic /ˌdɛməˈkrætɪk/ adjective
democratic
/ˌdɛməˈkrætɪk/
adjective
India holds the largest democratic elections in the world.
India holds the largest democratic elections in the world.
Definition of DEMOCRATIC

1 : based on a form of government in which the people choose leaders by voting : of or relating to democracy

  • The dictatorship gave way to a democratic government.

  • Democratic elections were held there today for the first time.

2 Democratic : of or relating to one of the two major political parties in the U.S.

  • The Democratic candidate for governor won the debate.

  • Most of these policies appeal to Democratic voters.

  • an interview with a leader of the Democratic Party

3 [more democratic; most democratic] : relating to the idea that all people should be treated equally

  • democratic principles

  • The organization works to promote democratic reforms/changes around the world.

  • a more democratic society

4 [more democratic; most democratic] formal : designed for or liked by most people

  • democratic art

  • Her article extols the benefits of democratic education.

— democratically /ˌdɛməˈkrætɪkli/ adverb

  • a democratically elected leader

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