undemocratic

adjective

un·​dem·​o·​crat·​ic ˌən-ˌde-mə-ˈkra-tik How to pronounce undemocratic (audio)
Synonyms of undemocraticnext
: not democratic : not agreeing with democratic practice or ideals
undemocratically
ˌən-ˌde-mə-ˈkra-ti-k(ə-)lē How to pronounce undemocratic (audio)
adverb

Examples of undemocratic in a Sentence

The proposed law is fundamentally undemocratic.
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Contra to many prior popes, this See is not afraid to weigh in on the lopsided powers granted to the billionaire class, or an undemocratic state. — Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 26 May 2026 Critics called the change an unjustified, undemocratic sidestepping of the state constitution and the will of voters. — Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026 Biden likened the matches to Roman gladiator fights staged by 1st century emperors during undemocratic times. — Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 19 June 2026 This is a fundamentally undemocratic proposal that is not supported by the majority of Californians. — Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for undemocratic

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of undemocratic was in 1839

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“Undemocratic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/undemocratic. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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