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democratization

n. uncountable
C1 Advanced US //dɪˌmɑkɹətəˈzeɪʃən// de·moc·ra·ti·za·tion

n. the process of making something more open and fair for everyone to use or join. It often refers to giving more power to the public in a government or business.

n. the process of increasing the accessibility and inclusivity of a system, process, or resource. Often describes the expansion of political rights or the decentralization of power within an organization.


SIMPLE

The democratization of the internet allows anyone to share their ideas.

CONTEXTUAL

The democratization of financial services through mobile apps has helped millions of people in rural areas open their first bank accounts.

COMPLEX

Scholars argue that the democratization of information has fundamentally altered the way citizens engage with their governments, though it has also introduced new challenges regarding the accuracy of public discourse.

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