Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for democratic.
Definitions

democratic

[dem-uh-krat-ik] / ˌdɛm əˈkræt ɪk /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Dwight Macdonald managed the difficult feat of being a democratic socialist and at the same time a tiresome snob and cultural reactionary, often coming off like a retired colonel at his London club.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

"He's someone who represents hope for unity, for democratic renewal, for a better future for the Palestinian people," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

But he has also promised to restore democratic institutions and good ties with the rest of the EU.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

But if Pericles was running a protection racket among Athens’ near-abroad, he had also instituted a number of reforms at home that are rightly called democratic.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

This arrangement was acceptable to all until Neville Alexander complained that the High Organ was neither democratic nor truly representative, and that some other body ought to be created.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




Vocabulary lists containing democratic