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Democracy

9 lettersnouncommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

A system of government where power is vested in the people, who exercise it directly or through elected representatives. It emphasises equality and freedom of expression.

The country transitioned to democracy after decades of authoritarian rule.

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Synonyms

republicself-governmentpopular rule

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Wordle

Nine letters with 'y' as final vowel - uncommon ending pattern

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Scrabble

Worth 17 points; the 'y' and 'c' provide strategic scoring value

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