democracy

Definition

  • noun: a form of government in which people choose leaders by voting
  • noun: government by the people
  • synonyms: republic

Examples

  • The company is not a 'democracy'; decisions are made by a board of directors, not the workers.

  • In a 'democracy', every citizen should have the right to vote.

  • The nation has chosen 'democracy' over monarchy.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) The galleries are packed. In the diplomatic gallery are the envoys of two dictator powers. They have come to see what they can't see at home: democracy in action. "...the pursuit of happiness. That, to secure these rights, governments are instituted among men, - - deriving their just powers (..)
    1939 Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
  • (..) The Senator will please suspend until order is restored in the chamber. Half of official Washington is here to see - - democracy's fine show: the filibuster. The right to talk your head off. Free speech in its most dramatic form. The least man in that chamber, once he gets and holds that floor, - (..)
    1939 Mr. Smith Goes to Washington