democratic

• Relatif à la démocratie ou qui la soutient ; qui repose sur le principe d'égalité et de gouvernement par le peuple.

Relating to or supporting democracy; characterized by the principle of equality and majority rule.

1. Relating to democracyB2formalpolitical

   Relating to or supporting democracy, a system of government by the whole population or all eligible members of a state.

   relatif à la démocratie

   • The country held its first democratic elections last year.
   • Democratic principles ensure that every citizen has a voice.
   • The government is committed to democratic reforms.

   Synonymeselectiveparliamentarypopularrepresentativeself-governing

   Antonymesaristocraticauthoritarianautocraticdespoticdictatorialmonarchicoligarchictotalitariantyrannical

2. Equal participationB2formalpolitical

   Characterized by the principle of equality and the right of everyone to participate in decision-making.

   Démocratique (égalité de participation)

   • The club operates on a democratic basis, with all members voting on major decisions.
   • A democratic workplace encourages open discussion and collaboration.
   • The committee made a democratic choice after considering everyone's opinion.

   Synonymesegalitarianinclusiveparticipatory

   Antonymesauthoritarianautocraticdespoticdictatorialoligarchictyrannical