The democracy
Example: The democracy in ancient Athens inspired many modern governments.
Definition
"The democracy" refers to a system of government where power is held by the people, typically through elected representatives. It emphasizes equal participation, voting rights, and the protection of individual freedoms, as seen in the example phrase about ancient Athens inspiring modern governments.
Etymology
The term "the democracy" originates from the Greek word 'demokratia,' combining 'demos' meaning 'people' and 'kratos' meaning 'power' or 'rule.' Did you know that this concept was first practiced in ancient Athens around the 5th century BCE, laying the foundation for many modern political systems?
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"The democracy" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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