Democracy
9 lettersnouncommonUpdated 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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Nine letters with 'y' as final vowel - uncommon ending pattern
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Worth 17 points; the 'y' and 'c' provide strategic scoring value
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