Democratize (Verb)
Meaning 1
Become (more) democratic; of nations.
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
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Meaning 2
Introduce democratic reforms; of nations.
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- The focus of the UN's efforts was to democratize the former authoritarian regime through a series of voting and election reforms.
- The coup led to the overthrow of the long-standing dictator and the subsequent attempt to democratize the nation through free and fair elections.
- Western nations have called upon the government to democratize and implement policies that benefit all citizens, not just a privileged few.
- The newly formed government vowed to democratize the country by expanding voting rights and promoting open elections.
- International pressure mounted on the ruling party to democratize and implement reforms that would protect individual freedoms.