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

The question now is whether Arévalo has preserved democracy as an ideal that Guatemalans believe in and, if necessary, will defend. — Will Freeman, The Atlantic, 20 Sep. 2026

One of my greatest concerns about democracy right now is that not enough people are paying attention or following the details, know the facts and know the truth. — ABC News, 20 Sep. 2026

Nepal’s trade relationship with the west began in earnest in the 1990s, when the country established its multiparty democracy, developing a private sector propped up primarily by banking. — Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2026

Marylanders have always valued democracy, human rights and the rule of law. — Chris West, Baltimore Sun, 19 Sep. 2026