Synonyms of democratic

democratic

adjective

ˌde-mə-ˈkra-tik 

as in popular

of, relating to, or favoring political democracy

the democratic system ensures that every citizen's voice is heard

Synonyms & Similar Words

• popular
• self-governing
• representative
• republican
• libertarian
• self-ruling
• nontotalitarian

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• undemocratic
• autocratic
• nondemocratic
• tyrannical
• monarchical
• dictatorial
• despotic
• monarchal

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of democratic

Like our democratic republic itself, these efforts are decentralized — local, pragmatic, and responsive to what communities actually need. — Brendan Bechtel, Fortune, 25 July 2026

Panelists warned about a future where Christian nationalists subvert democratic systems in order to achieve a larger goal of garnering special power and privilege for Christians. — Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026

The survey's findings come as democratic socialist candidates win Democratic primaries across the country following the November election of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. — Garrett Downs, CNBC, 17 July 2026

This is surprising because 40 years ago, many believed that economic liberalization would push autocracies toward democratic politics. — José Kaire, The Conversation, 17 July 2026