republic (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /rɪˈpʌblɪk/
Definition
A country or state where supreme power is held by the people and their elected representatives, and which has an elected or nominated president rather than a monarch.
Examples
The transition from monarchy to republic was a long and difficult process.
Many European nations are republics with elected heads of state.
The new constitution established a federal republic with a strong central government.
How to Use republic
- republic of (prepositional phrase)
- Used to denote a country that is a republic and is often part of its official name. — "The Republic of Ireland is known for its beautiful green landscapes."
- republican form of government (collocation)
- A system of government characterized by elected representatives and the absence of a monarch. — "The constitution guarantees every state a republican form of government."
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