antidemocratic
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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It imposes a duty on the federal government to prevent states from sliding into oligarchy or other antidemocratic forms of government.
From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026
Dewey regarded the vocational orientation of education as profoundly antidemocratic, because it limited real intellectual development to the college-going elite.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026
They can also counteract antidemocratic aspects of the political process by empowering underrepresented communities.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2023
Of course, an emphasis on the rule of law and justice are central to confronting and stopping antidemocratic leaders.
From Salon • Apr. 11, 2023
I warned Mr. de Klerk that any antidemocratic actions would have serious repercussions.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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