Democrat
(noun)
- A supporter of democracy, someone who believes in the rule of the people.
- A member or supporter of the Democratic Party in the United States.
- A person who believes in or advocates for social equality and equal rights.
- A person who supports or believes in the principles of democracy as a system of government.
- A person who is committed to promoting democracy in their country or in the world.
Origin:
From french démocrate, from medieval latin democratēs, from ancient greek δημοκράτης (dēmokrátēs, “one who serves the people, supporter of democracy”), from δῆμος (dêmos, “people”) + κράτος (krátos, “power”).
Examples:
- The politician was a democrat, and believed in the rule of the people.
- She was a lifelong democrat and always voted for the Democratic Party.
- As a democrat, he believed in the equality of all people, regardless of race, gender, or sexual orientation.
- The diplomat was known for being a strong democrat, and worked tirelessly to promote democratic values around the world.
- The activist was a democrat at heart, and dedicated his life to fighting for democracy and human rights.