pro-democratic
|pro-de-mo-cra-tic|
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/proʊˌdɛməˈkrætɪk/
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/prəʊˌdɛməˈkrætɪk/
in favor of democracy
Etymology
'pro-democratic' is formed from Latin 'pro' meaning 'for' combined with 'democratic', which comes via Latin and French from Greek 'demokratikos' (from 'demos' meaning 'people' and 'kratos' meaning 'power' or 'rule').
'pro-' remained from Latin 'pro' ('for'), while 'democratic' came from Greek 'demokratikos' → Latin/Medieval Latin 'democratia' → Old French/Modern French influence → English 'democratic'; the compound 'pro-democratic' is a modern English formation combining the prefix and adjective.
Originally elements meant 'for' and 'rule by the people'; the combined modern term now specifically means 'in favor of democratic principles or reforms'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
supporting or favoring democratic principles, institutions, and processes (e.g., free elections, rule of law, civil liberties).
The party took a pro-democratic stance and promised electoral reforms.
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Adjective 2
describing a person, group, movement, or policy that actively advocates for democratic reforms or the expansion of democratic rights.
Pro-democratic activists organized rallies calling for greater political freedoms.
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Last updated: 2025/10/24 08:15