Meaning & use
Democratically
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In a manner based on the principle of equal participation or majority rule.
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The new leader was democratically elected by a wide margin.
Decisions in the club are made democratically, with every member voting.
A note on using this word
Frequently paired with "elected" or "chosen" to emphasize legitimacy gained through open, fair processes.
Words with a similar meaning
by votefairly
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Words with an opposite meaning
autocraticallydictatorially
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