democratize
verb (used with or without object)
to make or become democratic.
has democratized
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present perfectof democratize (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Throughout history the diffusion of technology has democratized information and improved living standards, especially for the poor.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 27, 2026
The Classics line has democratized quality literature for over 75 years, putting affordable paperback editions of the most important stories in human history in the hands of millions of readers.
From Seattle Times ● May 7, 2024
While the rise of social media has democratized the dissemination and the collection of news, it has also created an opportunity for people who are not trained journalists to spread misinformation, Gillespie pointed out.
From Salon ● Jan. 20, 2024
A player empowerment movement has democratized the athlete-team partnership, making the commitment only as sustainable as the level of competence on each side.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 16, 2022
It is the Duke of Orleans who has democratized the Palais Royal.
From Marie Antoinette and the Downfall of Royalty by Arthur Léon, baron Imbert de Saint-Amand
