republic

word

/ɹiˈpəbɫək/
ri-PUHB-lik
/ɹɪpˈʌblɪk/
ri-PUHB-lik

Definition

A form of government where the country is considered a public matter and leaders are elected by the people, not a king or queen.

Usage & Nuances

"Republic" is a formal political term, often contrasted with "monarchy". Common collocations include "declare a republic", "democratic republic". Not all republics are democratic; context matters.

Example Sentences

The country became a republic in 1950.

basic

France is a republic.

basic

Many countries today are a republic instead of a monarchy.

basic

After the revolution, the people voted to form a republic.

natural

Each republic has its own way of electing leaders.

natural

Declaring a republic changed the entire political system overnight.

natural