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representative democracy

Definition

noun. a system of government where people elect representatives to make decisions for them.

Example Sentence

In a representative democracy voters directly elect representatives.

More Example Sentences

Citizens choose leaders in representative democracy.

Synonyms

indirect democracy; electoral democracy

Antonyms

direct democracy; autocracy

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