Synonyms of democracy

democracy

noun

di-ˈmä-krə-sē 

as in republic

government in which the supreme power is held by the people and used by them directly or indirectly through representation

under our democracy the people have some control over their lives by being able to select their own political leaders

Synonyms & Similar Words

• republic
• sovereignty
• self-rule
• self-government
• autonomy
• pure democracy
• home rule
• self-determination

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• dictatorship
• tyranny
• monarchy
• despotism
• totalitarianism
• monocracy

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of democracy

Finally, there is the myth that democracy can exist only through multiparty competitive elections. — Robert B. Tucker, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

The skills that allow a young person to thrive in the modern economy are the same skills that sustain a functioning democracy. — Tim Knowles, Fortune, 8 July 2026

The right to support and elect candidates for political office is a distinguishing feature of democracy. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 8 July 2026

Unlike Raffensperger, who honored the process and democracy itself, FIFA by all public appearances succumbed. — Vahe Gregorian july 7, Kansas City Star, 7 July 2026