re
pub
lic
Plural
republics
1
a governing system in which the supreme power is held by people and their chosen representatives
- The nation declared itself a republic after overthrowing the monarchy.
- In a republic, citizens have the right to vote for their leaders.
- The republic's constitution outlines the framework for democratic governance.
- Many countries in the world operate as republics, where representatives are chosen by the people.
- The republic celebrated its independence day with a grand parade.
Synonyms:
2
a state or country where power is held by the people or their elected representatives, typically with an elected head of state rather than a monarch
- France became a republic after the French Revolution.
- A republic allows citizens to vote for their leaders.
- The United States is one of the world’s most prominent republics.
- In a republic, the president is usually the head of state.
- The small country declared itself a republic after gaining independence.