Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
republican-government
noun
/rɪˈpʌblɪkən ˈɡʌvərnmənt/
Definition
A system of government in which the country is considered a ‘public matter’ and is not the private concern or property of the rulers.
Examples
- The founding fathers established a republican government to ensure that citizens could participate in the decision-making process.
- In a republican government, elected officials are accountable to the electorate.
- The principles of a republican government help to uphold individual rights and freedoms.
Meaning
In a republican government, the authority rests with the people and their elected representatives, rather than a monarchy or dictatorship.
Synonyms
- Representative government
- Democratic government
- Constitutional government
