democrat — a person who believes in democracy and supports democratic principles
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who believes in democracy and supports democratic principles
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdeməkræt/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother was a democrat who never missed an election, even when she had to crawl to the polling station.
- As a democrat, he believes in equal rights for all citizens.
- The young democrat organized a campaign that was so successful, even his cat got more votes than expected.
democrat
NOUN[/ˈdeməkræt/]
a person who believes in democracy and supports democratic principles
The democrat shakes hands with voters at the town hall meeting.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word originates from ancient Greek, combining 'demos' (people) and 'kratos' (power) to mean 'rule by the people.' It emerged from the democratic practices of Athens, where citizens participated directly in political governance.
Breakdown
demos- (people) + -kratos (power/rule) + -at (one who supports or practices).
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📝Examples
“My grandmother was a democrat who never missed an election, even when she had to crawl to the polling station.”
“As a democrat, he believes in equal rights for all citizens.”
“The young democrat organized a campaign that was so successful, even his cat got more votes than expected.”
“She registered as a democrat when she turned eighteen.”
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