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undemocratic

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌəndɛməˈkɹætɪk// UK //ˌʌndˌɛməkɹˈætɪk// un·demo·crat·ic

adj. not following the rules of a democracy, where everyone has an equal say. It describes a system where leaders make decisions without asking the people what they want.

adj. not in accordance with the principles of a democracy, particularly regarding the equal political rights and freedoms of all citizens. Often describes a system where power is concentrated in the hands of a few without public input.


SIMPLE

The new law is undemocratic because it was passed without a vote.

CONTEXTUAL

Critics argued that the government's decision to change the constitution was undemocratic, as it bypassed the usual public consultation process.

COMPLEX

The transition to a more centralized authority was widely perceived as undemocratic, as it effectively silenced the opposition and restricted the press from reporting on the new regime.

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